cetirizine

American

[suh-teer-uh-zeen] / səˈtɪər əˌzin /

noun

an over-the-counter antihistamine used to relieve sneezing, itching, hives, and other allergy symptoms, usually with a low incidence of drowsiness.

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Side effects of cetirizine may include drowsiness, stomachache, fatigue, dry mouth, sore throat, diarrhea and nausea.

From Seattle Times • May 29, 2024

A: We first heard about cetirizine withdrawal itching more than a decade ago.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 26, 2022

Q: I was taking the antihistamine cetirizine every night for allergies and to help with insomnia.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 17, 2021

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