Zyrtec for Allergic Rhinitis User Reviews (Page 5)

• Let...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 8, 2022

"I use this for seasonal allergies. I only take it as needed. I tried the 5 mg dose, but I found the 10 mg dose is more effective. It clears from the body in about 48 hours, so take heed because you do not want to have it in your system if you are planning on going out drinking alcohol on a weekend or whenever. I would advise not to drink alcohol in general. I find that Zyrtec works better than other allergy medications. I have tried other allergy medications and found that they keep me awake, whereas Zyrtec tends to knock me out, so I only take it a few hours before bedtime. In my previous country, it only came in tablet form. But in my current country, it also comes as a syrup. I prefer the syrup form because it causes fewer stomach issues. I noticed with the tablets that sometimes it would cause loose stools the next day or two. I do not notice that with the syrup, so I think it must be from something that is in the tablets besides the active ingredient. Stay well."

• Mel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 25, 2021

"I had been perplexed how I put on 12 pounds so fast within two months. I started thinking about what I have been doing differently. It was I started taking Zyrtec. I stopped taking it 5 days ago and have lost 4 pounds. My appetite is controlled and my energy level is starting to increase. I am having extensive itching on my back and head. I am never taking Zyrtec again. I will research homeopathic options. Beware!"

• Env...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 11, 2022

"Zyrtec works fine for our allergies, but it's hard to imagine a company that shows less concern for the environment with their packaging. Their Go Packs have a cover package and individual packaging for each pill. Little is biodegradable, and the waste is extreme. We'll start using other products that show more concern and care."

• Gol...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 17, 2021

"Took Zyrtec for approximately 6 months for a skin reaction I developed from vitamins. Decided to stop taking. This is how I did it... I went from taking the 10 mg pill to 1/2 pill for 3 weeks. The 4th week, I took 1/2 pill of Claritin. I then went to 1/4 pill of Claritin for two weeks. I am now free of Zyrtec and all antihistamines with very minute itching. Consult your doctor, but this truly worked for me."

• San...
• June 5, 2015

"Zyrtec made me so sleepy I could barely perform my job. Also felt sluggish and dangerous while driving. All I could think of all day was 'I need to go to sleep.'"

• Anonymous
• March 22, 2008

"I have suffered with allergies all my life. For the past three months, I have been taking Zyrtec. I have not had one symptom. Zyrtec has kept me in the clear - it has been a godsend for me."

• Anonymous
• June 17, 2008

"I like Zyrtec, but I seem to have a strange metallic taste in my mouth. I can't find this listed as a side effect?"

• Sli...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 27, 2016

"I'd rather suffer with the allergies than fight the sleepiness. My dr said it would not cause drowsiness, well, that's not so."

• Anonymous
• March 2, 2010

"Caused loss of ability to focus, gained 30 lbs in six weeks I was on it. Many, many more symptoms. Stopped using, and all but the weight went away. Weight dropped 10 lbs in 2 weeks after stopping."

• dop...
• May 23, 2009

"Caused drowsiness and mental sluggishness."

• Anonymous
• September 29, 2019

"I have been on Zyrtec for 2 weeks. My throat is scratchy all the time. I am depressed, and I’ve gained about 4 lbs."

• Anonymous
• January 9, 2009

"Zyrtec works well in combating cat dander allergies as well as allergic rhinitis. The best I've found."

• AZJ...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 13, 2022

"I took this on and off for several years, and then recently, it started to make me feel like a zombie. Is it a new formulation? Not sure... but I suggest you AVOID."

• jon...
• April 11, 2009

"The only thing it did for me was make me so tired that I could not function. I had to wait 24 hours before it wore off."

• Liz...
• October 8, 2015

"After a week using it, all symptoms were gone. If I miss it 3 to 5 days, symptoms returned. No drowsiness is the best part."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 20, 2018

"Double vision in one eye after taking Zyrtec for less than 2 weeks. How long will this last after discontinuing the drug?"

• Anonymous
• November 9, 2010

"I suffered from multiple sinus infections several times a year. Since taking Zyrtec on a regular basis, I have been sinus trouble-free for over a year. THANK YOU, ZYRTEC!"

• Anonymous
• November 14, 2010

"It works well, however, it made me as sleepy as Benadryl."

• Anonymous
• November 6, 2008

"It seems to stop my other allergies like dust/pollution allergy and skin sensitivity to soap chemicals, but I experienced insomnia, weakness, less urination, constipation, and feeling tired."

• new...
• April 22, 2009

"I tried Zyrtec about a year ago. It worked fine for a few days, then I started having frightening nightmares."

• Anonymous
• July 21, 2009

"Took one pill and it knocked me out. If I had to drive, I would not have been able to."

• Geo...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 10, 2021

"You are not itching from any kind of addiction. You are itching from the histamine in your system when you stop the allergy meds. Try natural D Hist and Xlear nasal spray instead."

• EV0...
• May 13, 2009

"This drug has done wonders for me. I haven't had an allergy attack in a year now because of it."

• Use...
• October 3, 2016

"A sleeping pill. Terrible."

• MNM...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 25, 2019

"Tried the 24-hour Zyrtec for a week. Each day got a runny nose and itchy, watery eyes. Zyrtec doesn't work for me."