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Zyrtec Tablet: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Zyrtec Tablet (Cetirizine) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

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Form

TABLET

Strength

10mg

Manufacturer

GSK plc

Estimated price

Price not listed

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What is Zyrtec Tablet used for?

  • Seasonal allergic rhinitis (seasonal allergy)
  • Perennial allergic rhinitis (year-round allergy)
  • Skin allergies (skin allergy)
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Important warnings

  • If you are allergic to cetirizine
  • Have severe kidney impairment
  • Are a child under six years

Zyrtec Tablet Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameZyrtec
Generic NameCetirizine
Strength10mg
FormTablet
Drug ClassAntihistamine
ManufacturerGSK plc
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 250 - 450 approx
Packaging10 tablets blister pack

2. What is Zyrtec Tablet? (Zyrtec Tablet kya hai)

Zyrtec Tablet is an antihistamine medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for various allergic conditions and skin reactions. It works by blocking histamine receptors, reducing symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and hives. Always follow the doctor’s prescription regarding dosage and duration.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Seasonal allergic rhinitis (seasonal allergy)
  • Perennial allergic rhinitis (year-round allergy)
  • Skin allergies (skin allergy)
  • Urticaria (hives)
  • Itchy and watery eyes (watery eyes)
  • Sneezing
  • Runny nose

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Individuals with seasonal or perennial allergies
  • People suffering from skin allergies and urticaria
  • Those experiencing itchy eyes, sneezing, and runny nose

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If you are allergic to cetirizine or any of its ingredients
  • Severe kidney impairment patients
  • Children under the age of six years

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na lein.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • If you are allergic to cetirizine
  • Have severe kidney impairment
  • Are a child under six years

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Drowsiness, Dry mouth, Headache
  • Severe dizziness or fatigue, Nausea or stomach upset, Breathing issue

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • Other antihistamines
  • Certain heart medications

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe dizziness or fatigue
  • Nausea or stomach upset
  • Persistent side effects

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
CetirizineGSK plcCetirizine
Alternative brandVariousCetirizine

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
10 tabletsRs. 250 - 450 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Zyrtec Tablet kis kaam aati hai?

A: Zyrtec Tablet doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Q: Zyrtec Tablet kitni leni chahiye?

A: Dosage varies based on age and severity of symptoms. Always follow doctor’s prescription.

Q: Pakistan mein Zyrtec Tablet ka price kya hai?

A: Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Q: Kya Zyrtec Tablet pregnancy mein safe hai?

A: Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Q: Zyrtec Tablet ke nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2025-12-10 Last Updated: 2026-04-23

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Zyrtec Tablet kis kaam aati hai?

Zyrtec Tablet doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par aap iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Zyrtec Tablet kitni leni chahiye?

Dosage varies based on age and severity of symptoms. Always follow doctor’s prescription.

Pakistan mein Zyrtec Tablet ka price kya hai?

Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Kya Zyrtec Tablet pregnancy mein safe hai?

Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Zyrtec Tablet ke nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.