I would like more information about Zyrtec and if there are any reports of high blood sugars in Type 1 diabetic patients that have taken it.
Can I take Zyrtec with Type 1 Diabetes, if so has there been rports of high blood sugars?
Question posted by smessner on 11 Oct 2010
Last updated on 18 January 2017 by Mvaladez325
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Mvaladez325
18 Jan 2017
I am 78 years old and Diabetic type 1 Can I take Zyrtec- D
suzanne66
11 Oct 2010
Zyrtec is safe to take with Type 1 diabetes. It does not affect your blood sugar levels.
Zyrtec D however should be used with caution in diabetics. The pseudoephedrine component can affect your blood sugar readings and your diabetic medication may need adjusting.
https://www.drugs.com/mtm/cetirizine-and-pseudoephedrine.html
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