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Cetirizine

Cetirizine is a covered generic medication on Tab's $0 list. Here's what it's used for, typical dosing, and side effects, sourced from FDA-approved drug labeling.

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What it's used for

Cetirizine temporarily relieves symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies, including runny nose, sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, and itching of the nose or throat.

Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).

Typical dosing

Adults and children 6 years and over typically take 5 mg or 10 mg once daily, while adults 65 and older take 5 mg once daily.

Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.

Boxed warning / key safety info

Do not use this product if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it, its ingredients, or an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine.

Common side effects

See full FDA prescribing information for the complete adverse reaction profile.

Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list

Cetirizine 10mg TabletCetirizine 1mg/mL SolutionCetirizine 5mg Tablet

Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.

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Tab is a membership and prescription-discount program—not insurance, and not a substitute for it. $0 pricing applies to medications on the current covered generic list with active membership, at participating pharmacy locations nationwide or through mail order, and is subject to change. Mail-order home delivery is preferred for recurring prescriptions; activation, availability, and delivery timing apply. This page is for general reference, drawn from FDA-approved drug labeling, and is not medical advice. Only a licensed clinician can determine if a medication is right for you.