Cetirizine/pseudoephedrine

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Cetirizine/pseudoephedrine
Combination of
CetirizineH1 antagonist
PseudoephedrineDecongestant
Names
Trade namesZyrtec-D
Clinical data
BreastfeedingPresent in breastmilk, pseudoephedrine may cause agitation in baby[1][2]
Legal
Legal status
  • Pseudoephedrine: Class B Part II controlled drug (New Zealand)[3][4]

Cetirizine and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine which treats allergy symptoms. These symptoms include sinus congestion, sneezing, or runny nose.[5]

Society and culture

Cost

This medication has a cost in the U.S. of $16 (USD) for 12 tablets extended release 5 mg-120 mg[6]

References

  1. "Cetirizine". Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed). National Library of Medicine (US). 2006. Archived from the original on 5 March 2021. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  2. "Pseudoephedrine". Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed). National Library of Medicine (US). 2006. Archived from the original on 28 August 2021. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  3. "Controlled drugs". Ministry of Health NZ. Archived from the original on 25 February 2021. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
  4. "Misuse of Drugs Act 1975 No 116 (as at 08 December 2020), Public Act 8 Exemptions from sections 6 and 7 – New Zealand Legislation". www.legislation.govt.nz. Archived from the original on 24 February 2021. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
  5. "Cetirizine and pseudoephedrine Uses, Side Effects & Warnings". Drugs.com. Archived from the original on 22 April 2021. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  6. "Cetirizine/pseudoephedrine Prices, Coupons & Patient Assistance Programs". Drugs.com. Archived from the original on 12 August 2020. Retrieved 13 April 2021.