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Are Taking Doxepin And Zyrtec A Dangerous Combination?

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Posted on Wed, 20 Apr 2022
Question: I am currently taking 10mg of doxepin nightly, occasionally i take a half tab of zertec to control itching. Is this a dangerous combination?
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Answered by Dr. Michelle Gibson James (27 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
No known interactions

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Zyrtec is a non drowsy antihistamine, there are no known interactions with doxepin according to professional drug checker.

It can interact with some drowsy antihistamine such as Benadryl but currently no known interactions with Zyrtec.

I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions.
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Are Taking Doxepin And Zyrtec A Dangerous Combination?

Brief Answer: No known interactions Detailed Answer: Hi, Zyrtec is a non drowsy antihistamine, there are no known interactions with doxepin according to professional drug checker. It can interact with some drowsy antihistamine such as Benadryl but currently no known interactions with Zyrtec. I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions.