Hives Relief
- Dosage form
- TABLET, FILM COATED
- Labeler
- WALGREEN COMPANY
- Label updated
- 2026-03-16
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Cetirizine Hydrochloride USP, 10 mg
Purpose
Antihistamine
Uses
relieves itching due to hives (urticaria). This product will not prevent hives or an allergic skin reaction from occurring.
Warnings
Severe Allergy Warning: Get emergency help immediately if you have hives along with any of the following
symptoms: ■ trouble swallowing ■ dizziness or loss of consciousness ■ swelling of tongue ■ trouble speaking ■ swelling in or around mouth ■ drooling ■ wheezing or problems breathing
These symptoms may be signs of anaphylactic shock.
This condition can be life threatening if not treated by a health professional immediately. Symptoms of anaphylactic shock may occur when hives first appear or up to a few hours later.
Not a Substitute for Epinephrine. If your doctor has prescribed an epinephrine injector for "anaphylaxis" or severe allergy symptoms that could occur with your hives, never use this product as a substitute for the epinephrine injector. If you have been prescribed an epinephrine injector, you should carry it with you at all times.
Do not use
■ to
prevent hives from any known cause such as:
■ foods ■ insect stings ■ medicines ■ latex or rubber gloves
because this product will not stop hives from occurring. Avoiding the cause of your hives is the only way to prevent them. Hives can sometimes be serious. If you do not know the cause of your hives, see your doctor for a medical exam. Your doctor may be able to help you find a cause.
■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine
containing hydroxyzine.
Label information
Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose. ■ hives that are an unusual color, look bruised or blistered ■ hives that do not itch
Label information
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking tranquilizers or sedatives.
Label information
When using this product ■ drowsiness may occur ■ avoid alcoholic drinks ■ alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness ■ be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Label information
Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.
■ symptoms do not improve after 3 days of treatment ■ the hives have lasted more than 6 weeks
Label information
If pregnant or breast-feeding: ■ If breast-feeding: not recommended ■ if pregnant: ask a health professional before use.
Label information
Keep out of reach of children.In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
| adults and children 6 years and over | one 10 mg tablet once daily; do not take more than one 10 mg tablet in 24 hours.
A 5 mg product may be appropriate for less severe symptoms. |
| adults 65 years and over | ask a doctor |
| children under 6 years of age | ask a doctor |
| consumers with liver or kidney disease | ask a doctor |
Other information
store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
Inactive ingredients
corn starch, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol, povidone, titanium dioxide
Questions or comments?
call toll-free 1-888-235-2466
Label information
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING
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†Our pharmacists recommend the Walgreens brand. We invite you to compare to national brands.
††This product is not manufactured or distributed by Kenvue Inc., owner of the registered trademark Zyrtec®.
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WALGREEN CO.
DEERFIELD, IL 60015
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©2025 Walgreen Co. MADE IN INDIA
L0001209 R0126
Code: TN/Drugs/TN00002222/2006
949129363
PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
ORIGINAL PRESCRIPTION STRENGTH
Compare to the active ingredient
in Zyrtec® Hives
††
Hives Relief
CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP,
10 mg / ANTIHISTAMINE
24-Hour
• 24-hour relief of itching due to hives
30 TABLETS
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DailyMed Set ID: 4526b65c-b0e7-180c-e063-6394a90ae916 · Version 2
NDC: 0363-6340