GeneralProduct Description
Zyrtec® Kids Rapid Acting 12 hour Allergy & Hayfever Relief Antihistamine Oral Liquid Bubblegum flavour relieves hayfever & year around allergy symptoms, and is sugar, gluten and dye free. Zyrtec Kids Oral Liquid Bubblegum flavour is suitable for children 1+ and has a measuring cup included.
Zyrtec Kids contains the active ingredient, cetirizine, which helps to block the production of histamine to relieve symptoms of hayfever and year round allergies. Cetirizine is part of a class of medications called antihistamines.
When your little ones' immune system takes offence to an outside particle or substance, their body produces antibodies to attack this normally harmless substance by releasing a chemical called histamine. Antihistamines work by blocking histamine receptors, keeping their immune system from reacting to the allergen.
Key Features
Zyrtec Kids provides fast powerful 12 hour relief of hayfever & allergy symptoms, including:
Zyrtec Kids is effective against seasonal hayfever & year round allergy triggers, such as:
Directions for Use
If you know your child’s weight, choose the dose for that weight rather than according to the child’s age.
Children 1 to 3 Years: 2mL Twice a day as necessary. Maximum of 2 doses in 24 hours.
Children 3 to 5 years: 2.5mL Twice a day as necessary. Maximum of 2 doses in 24 hours.
Children 5 to 6 Years: 3mL Twice a day as necessary. Maximum of 2 doses in 24 hours.
Children over 6 years: 5mL Twice a day as necessary. Maximum of 2 doses in 24 hours.
Full dosing information is on the pack
Warnings
Always read and follow the directions for use
Do not use:
- in children under 1 year of age
- if hypersensitive to any of the ingredients
Ask your doctor before use:
- in children with liver or kidney disease
Caution:
- If symptoms persist, worsen or new symptoms appear, including blisters with or without rash or fever, stop use and see your doctor.
- This medication may cause drowsiness.
- In the event of an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
- Tighten cap after use to engage child resistant closure.
Ingredients
Cetirizine hydrochloride 5mg/5mL
Contains: Benzoates, suralose, sorbates and sorbitol (2.9/5mL). Products containing sorbitol may have a laxative effect or cause diarrhoea.