Access
Available without a prescription. Call to add to a pickup.
Medication information
OTC
Cetirizine
Daily oral antihistamine for allergies
Cetirizine (Reactine) is a once-daily, low-drowsiness antihistamine for seasonal allergies, hives, and itch. It works within 1–2 hours and lasts 24 hours.
How the pharmacy helps
We stock 5 mg and 10 mg tablets and a children's liquid. For chronic hives, daily use over weeks is common.
Access framing
Available without a prescription. Call to add to a pickup.
Forms and strengths
Medication entries grouped here
Strengths, dosage forms, brands, or package entries may vary. Your prescription label and pharmacist counselling are the instructions to follow.
| Brand / Generic | Strength | Form | DIN | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Reactine Cetirizine | 10mg | Tablet | Active |
Less than older antihistamines like Benadryl, but some patients still notice mild drowsiness.
Generally considered acceptable in pregnancy. Check with the pharmacist for your situation.
Same active drug. Fast-acting variations are formulation differences.
Related pages in Allergy
Have questions about this medication?
Call the pharmacy or bring the medication to the counter. We can help compare labels, dosing schedules, storage needs, and questions to ask your prescriber.
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