| Also known as |
Cetirizine hydrochloride |
| Blood pressure |
Generally does not affect blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
(В±)-[2-[4-[(4-Chlorophenyl)phenylmethyl]-1-piperazinyl]ethoxy]acetic acid |
| Dosage (medical) |
10 mg once daily for adults and children aged 6 years and older |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable |
| Effects |
Reduces allergic symptoms like sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose |
| Formula |
C21H25ClN2O3 |
| Half-life |
7-10 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low risk of hepatotoxicity |
| Lab Test |
Not routinely required for monitoring |
| Main action |
H1 histamine receptor antagonist |
| Side effects |
Drowsiness, fatigue, dry mouth, headache |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and light |
| Strength |
10 mg |
| Substance class |
Antihistamine |
| Trade name |
Zyrtec |
| Use in sports |
Not typically used in sports for performance enhancement |
| Water Retention |
No significant effect on water retention |
| Manufacturer |
Pharmaceutical |
