Cetirizine Hydrochloride
FDA Label NDC 59779-939

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Cvs Pharmacy for the product Cetirizine Hydrochloride (NDC 59779-939). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.

This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding active ingredient (in each tablet), purpose, uses, do not use, ask a doctor before use if you have, ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are, when using this product, stop use and ask a doctor if, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

Label Section Quick Index

Active Ingredient (In Each Tablet)

Cetirizine HCl, USP 10 mg

Purpose

Antihistamine

Uses

Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:

  • runny nose
  • sneezing
  • itchy, watery eyes
  • itching of the nose or throat

Do Not Use

If you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have

Liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are

Taking tranquilizers or sedatives.

When Using This Product

  • drowsiness may occur
  • avoid alcoholic drinks
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If

An allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.

If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding

  • if breast-feeding: not recommended
  • if pregnant: ask a health professional before use.

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

Directions

adults and children 6 years and over one 10 mg tablet once daily; do not take more than one 10 mg tablet in 24 hours. A 5 mg product may be appropriate for less severe symptoms.
adults 65 years and over ask a doctor
children under 6 years of age ask a doctor
consumers with liver or kidney disease ask a doctor

Other Information

  • store between 20° to 25° C (68° to 77° F)
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF BLISTER UNITS ARE TORN, BROKEN OR SHOW ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING.

Inactive Ingredients

Corn starch, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol, povidone, talc, titanium dioxide

Questions?

Call 1-800-406-7984

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Original Prescription Strength

INDOOR/OUTDOOR

ALLERGY RELIEF

24 HOUR

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS, 10 mg

ANTIHISTAMINE

24 hour relief of:

  • Sneezing
  • Runny nose
  • Itchy, watery eyes
  • Itching of the nose or throat

    • 5 Tablets 10 mg Each

    Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc.

    5087957/0711

    5's Blister Carton Label (Cet)

    5's Blister Carton Label (Cet)

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