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What allergy meds can i take while taking zyrtec (cetirizine)?

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Dr. David Brouwer answered

Allergy: Zyrtec (cetirizine) is an antihistamine, so you would be safe taking an inhaled steroid like fluticasone. You can also use a decongestant like sudafed. If you have itchy eyes there are also prescription eye drops that can help and are safe to take while on an antihistamine.

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Answered 9/3/2017

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Anything: You can take anything without much concern except for the potentially additive drowsiness effect since zyrtec (cetirizine) can produce drowsiness in about 10% of the people.

Dr Baez and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/11/2013

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A member asked:

What allergy meds can i take while taking zyrtec (cetirizine)?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. David Brouwer answered

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Baez and another doctor agreed

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