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Take cough syrup with zyrtec, (cetirizine) is this safe?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

In general: In general, it is safe to take zyrtec (cetirizine) with most over the counter cough preparations.

Dr Steiner agreed

Answered 11/15/2017

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