Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Is Zyrtec Safe For A Child?
my 9 year old child has had a nose full of mucous for over 2 months we thought it may be asthma as it is strong in the family, but my Mother gave her 10 mgs of Zyrtec last night and it was amazing she slept all night and asked please could she have it again tonight. Is this safe?
Thu, 3 Apr 2014
Hello,
Welcome to HCM,
Zyrtec (cetirizine) is used to treat allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, watery eyes and runny nose. As your child is having the symptoms of nasal fullness due to mucus, this drug is very effective against this symptoms.
This is one of the safest drug and you can give your child till the symptoms subsides and you have to stop later.
You can consult your paediatrician for physical examination and further mode of treatment.
Thank you.
Welcome to HCM,
Zyrtec (cetirizine) is used to treat allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, watery eyes and runny nose. As your child is having the symptoms of nasal fullness due to mucus, this drug is very effective against this symptoms.
This is one of the safest drug and you can give your child till the symptoms subsides and you have to stop later.
You can consult your paediatrician for physical examination and further mode of treatment.
Thank you.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Cetirizine
Loading Online Doctors....