Overdose symptoms may include extreme drowsiness, vision problems, agitation, feeling restless and then drowsy or tired, fast heartbeats, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, trouble walking, or trouble swallowing or speaking. Hopefully in a week itll be even less and this whole ordeal will be done and the mystery of the itch solved. But I suspect that stopping any antihistamines is going to produce some kind of rebound histamine production. Days 3-4 were the worst. I was shocked and relieved to see others going through the same reactions as myself. I dont understand either why there are no warnings on these drugs. For a year (yes, a year), I took a Z every other day. Withdrawal from Zyrtec can cause a hypertensive crisis or myocardial infraction. If you experienced Zyrtec withdrawal we would like to hear from you. Heres what I did, what meds I took, and how I coped with my 2+ weeks of misery: Patience Patience is the most important thing. Zyrtec may impair your thinking or reactions. And for about a week, the hives didnt return. -Relief of symptoms associated with perennial allergic rhinitis due to allergens (e.g., sneezing, rhinorrhea, postnasal discharge, nasal pruritus, ocular pruritus, tearing) For some people, the itching lasted up to six weeks. I could not taper it off because I developed chronic cough as a side effect. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances. Do not allow liquid medicine to freeze. Uses: My symptoms are a runny nose/marathon sneezing, itchy eyes (only if I rubbed them after petting a cat) and a sore throat. Even my ears, face, throat, and feet are itchy. Withdrawal from an allergy medication should NOT happen, should NOT take this long, and should NOT make a person miserable for WEEKS. Oh. She asked how long had I been off the zyrtec. Thanks for the insight as to what he will experience during withdrawal. Vitamin C is crucial during illness/ infection and most of us dont get enough in our daily diets. I ITCH. Best of luck . Ok, so I am shocked. - Thinking that a hot bath would help, I sat in one for almost an hour. I have taken Zyrtec for years for hay fever every spring. The . Ester Vitamin C is not only less acidic than regular Vitamin C, but it goes into your white blood cells and stays there for up to 24 hours, much longer than regular vitamin C. Since it is so important in repairing tissues, overall immune system functioning, and is a powerful antioxidant, I decided to take the supplement. This is because alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of cetirizine such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. I slept really well but in the morning felt horrible. Ive never eaten more clean or been in better shape than I am now, so I decided to test out the Zyrtec withdrawal theory. Ive already ordered all of the helpful items you recommended such as the body scrubber and the lotion to help alleviate the symptoms. Claritin is active in the body for at least 24 hours. This year was different! So itchy I just wanted to scratch my skin off, so itchy I was on the point of insanity. Really tired, dizzy and skin tingling. Please help! Dr. Woodcock has asked me to respond. Here is the link http://www.floodlawgroup.com/zyrtec-withdrawal-lawyers/ Thanks for sharing what worked for you! And it clicked. Because I had Covid beginning of April, I have been taking supplements to build my immunity, it has a lot of Vitamin C, zinc and selenium. (I specifically took Costcos generic version of Zyrtec called Aller-Tec. Both contain the same active ingredient, Cetirizine HCl the generic name of the drug but most people know the brand name of the drug, Zyrtec.) In other words, it doesnt make you drowsy the way diphenhydramine (Benadryl) does. Many thanks to you and all who wrote comment ideas above.. Best of luck to your during this very difficult withdrawal! Weight gain was my reason to stop Zyrtec. Taking my morning pill took the itch away but then my ear would hurt. I was getting worried maybe it was something more serious. But the locations are not as isolated as scabies. I agree. Discussions about pruritus after discontinuation of cetirizine appear online as early as 2008, and some websites encourage patients to submit MedWatch reports to FDA.. However, antihistamines that include a decongestant could cause problems. -Initial dose: 2.5 mg orally once a day My plan is to reduce to 2.5mg in the next couple of months (wintertime in Australia) so that in spring I will be able to come off it completely. ANYONE gone through this a second time? On June 3, 2018 we heard back from another high official at the FDA, Dr. Gerald J. Dal Pan, Director, Office of Surveillance and Epidemiology. Finding this article makes me feel saneno one around me can feel how this feels, even though they see the red blotches, it doesnt look as bad as it feels. Eyes and hairline still itching a bit. I started with 3/4 of a tablet for several months, then 1/2 for several months more, then 1/4 for several months more. Hives showed up on my chest and hands and I itched like crazy everywhere. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. The slight numbing effect was glorious. She also holds a Doctorate of Medicine from the University of New Mexico. Red wine is high in histamines, compared to white wines and sparkling wines (which still flared up my itching a bit). #lakewenatch, Wildfire On the occasion Ive taken an Allegra, I will itch again after 24 hours of the dose. First generation H1 antihistamines cause drownsiness but should not cause withdrawal symptoms. Kathy Jutila has been writing health-related articles since 1979. I decided to stop taking them and after 2 or 3 days I was in hell, covered in hives and also experiencing a newer symptom, localized swelling. For day 2, I was at an 8-9. Hot Baths I only had to take one hot bath to learn my lesson. I switched to allegra, which is also cetirizine to be able to taper off. I am trying the weaning route. I eventually started back on the Zyrtec when the reflux drainage got worse. He had developed a chronic itch while studying for exams, and his dermatologist suggested Zyrtec. However, this medication also has the potential to cause sedation. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. So its a circle of constantly having to take it, and yet, I didnt have the slightest idea getting off Zyrtec was the direct cause. In other words, a stroke or heart attack caused by sudden stoppage in taking Zyrtec or respiratory distress syndrome whereby your body shuts down from the lungs and respiratory system outwards. My hands, arms, and legs were occupied, and it was a welcome relief to both my brain and my skin to ignore the itch and give my skin a break. This includes alcohol, fermented foods, and some artificial colorings and preservatives because they can trigger histamine release. Keep us updated on that paper! Your email address will not be published. What will be your course of action if you develop seasonal allergies? I thought because it itched, I needed to take Zyrtec to get rid of the itch (which it appears to have worked). There are articles about how Zyrtec creates this addiction due to the itching also in the French press but again, NO study and NO WARNING on the labels in France either. Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have: weakness, tremors (uncontrolled shaking), or sleep problems (insomnia); This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Best of luck . As Susan said, this feels similar to scabies mites, which I have had years ago. Heart palpitations in Zyrtec - how severe and when it was recovered? Terry is one of the country's leading authorities on the science behind folk remedies. Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking cetirizine: Incidence not known During these horrible seven days, I felt like insects were crawling all over my skin. Good luck to you! During these early days, I tried to keep busy. indigestion. Its important for you to be your number one advocate at this time and take care of yourself first. Im hoping that it wont last long, and I will be able to see if the Zyrtec has contributed to the unexplained weight gain! She is a Fellow of the Society of Applied Anthropology. Zyrtec vs Claritin: Which is more effective for allergies? I cant stress enough the importance to taper yourself off the drug. constipation. I just wanted to follow up to my earlier post. I implore you to do everything you can to avoid taking this stuff. Heart palpitations is found among people who take Loratadine, especially for people who are female, 60+ old, have been taking the drug for < 1 month. Zyrtec is also used to treat itching and swelling caused by chronic urticaria (hives). But I just found a godsend: Dermoplast First Aid spray!!! Palpitations are described as an unpleasant awareness of the heart beating or a fast heart rate, called tachycardia 3. Thanks! But I am scared as hell to become addicted to it too. Then also alcohol, pressure. Tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as other cold or allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). So glad I found this article! This will increase your chances of success. She prescribed me an oral and topical steroid. Worst is that I also have my son on Zyrtec, and Im at a loss for what he will have to go through as well to get off this. I often dug my fingernails into irritated skin, activating pain signals and temporarily blocking the itch. Day 4 was the worst, and since I had read that, I tried to be patient, and the hives did finally go away, not to return. Within 10 minutes of taking a tablet I was fine. You should not use Zyrtec if you are allergic to cetirizine or levocetirizine. Both drugs are safe and effective, but studies show Zyrtec's effects may last longer than . It is also used to treat allergy symptoms but has a much slower onset of action than Zyrtecaround 3 hours. Available for Android and iOS devices. This is thought to be related to the pseudoephedrine component of the drug. I have been on zyrtec for 2 and 1/2 years. Day 1 was surprisingly tolerable but on day 2, the itching worsened. Get Comfortable I made sure that anything that was touching my body was comfortable, so I wore long sleeved shirts, workout leggings, and cozy socks. #naturesbeauty #, Despite colder temps, a week at the beach is never, Trying to enjoy the simple pleasures When I tried to stop it I got very bad withdrawal symptoms, chills,heart racing, insomnia, itchy . After a couple of months, my husband asked a pharmacist what the best options were and came home with zyrtec and a steroid cream. Never dreamed it was a withdrawal from zyrtec. Read up on the difference between first generation H1-antihistamines (diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and hydroxyzine (Vistaril/Atarax) and second generation H1-antihistamines (fexofenadine (Allegra), loratidine (Claritin), cetirizine (Zyrtec)). At first I thought that the bumpy hives were athletes foot because they started on my feet- three days after stopping Zyrtec, which I thought still could have been a coincidence at first. Best of luck with your withdrawal. Newer antihistamines, called selective H1-receptor antagonists, do not cross into the brain and have fewer side effects. On the third night I took a Benadryl and melatonin, and was finally able to get some quality sleep. I told her about 10 days. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. I cant go through another withdrawal. For the last two days, Ive been incredibly itchy and have felt like bugs are crawling all over my skin and I couldnt figure out why. Its infuriating that the FDA has allowed these medications to be OTC with this kind of withdrawal mentioned almost no where. I filed my fingernails down to nubs because I was starting to claw at myself but I dont want to hurt myself. Medical Disclaimer: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Best of luck . quertecin will help too. Its excruciating. The worst itching still came late, after 10 pm. I felt like I was having allergic reactions because I hadnt taken the zyrtec for 4 days. 1 Exposure to an allergen such as pet dander, dust mites, pollen, or peanuts prompts the immune system to release chemicals called histamines . I also removed any jewelry that bothered my hands and neck. Thanks! Especially my eyes are itching like crazy. Older antihistamines had many side effects such as severe drowsiness. And its frustrating thinking that you are alone. P eter, 27, who doesn't want his last name published for privacy reasons, first started taking Zyrtec when he was a 26-year-old student studying in Switzerland. Decided 4 months ago to come off it. In other words, it doesn't make you drowsy the way diphenhydramine ( Benadryl) does. I stopped taking cetirizine a couple days ago and now I have an explanation for why Im so itchy! . What I dont get is WHY doctors are not aware of this. I scratched. Definitely clinging to Philippians 1:19 that the living God will see me through. Glad you got your hearing back! Having been dependent for so long I know it will be a slow process but Im willing to tough it out. And then I started still breaking out on one a day. - I wanted to mention to you guys based in the States, that I have seen that there is a Class Action. Zyrtec (cetirizine)." After deciding to go to an allergist and being told to go off any antihistamines for 7 days before testing, I quit cold turkey, not expecting much more than stuffy nose and watery eyes. As soon as I can, I plan to titrate the dose as described by Jessica (over a very long period of time) and am already supplementing with Quercetin/Bromelain (like Lukas and Pam) I will look into taking THC. I had terrible itching for about a week, but it went away. Do not swallow the Zyrtec orally disintegrating tablet whole. Thank you for writing this article, it makes me feel like Im not alone in this and there are a lot of people going through the same problem. Not that I didnt itch while exercising I did! Before using Zyrtec tell your doctor about all your medical conditions or allergies, all medicines you use, and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Thank you so much for sharing this! Thanks for sharing your story and best of luck to you as you continue your withdrawal. Disclaimer:EscapingtheMidwest.comis a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. One of the few ways people can learn about such reactions are on this website. I believe Ive also developed Dermatographia, or skin writing, from this whole mess. Im not sure how many days Ive been without it, but its excruciating. I was diagnosed with Alpha Gal Syndrome this year in May, and for the hives and reactions I got then, I started taking Zyrtec mostly because of no drowsy thing. It is considered a second-generation non-sedating antihistamine. (Below are some Amazon affiliate links to products that helped me cope with Zyrtec withdrawal. I was incredibly relieved to be through the worst of it! -Maximum dose: 10 mg/day Glad to see it ended for you. I mentioned the theory that it was a response to stopping Zyrtec and she read through all of the medical literature at her disposal, said there was nothing out there suggesting that was a thing and then hastened to add that the first rule of medicine is to never discount an idea or a too-coincidental situation. In 2007, the FDA approved Zyrtec, or cetirizine, as an over-the-counter drug to treat allergic rhinitis and chronic urticaria, a skin condition characterized by recurrent hives 2. Depression. Im kind of a PITA about taking meds, especially one that kills your immune system during flu season, so I opted to only use the topical. The weirdest withdrawal symptom I have is vivid, bad dreams. A few weeks ago, I shared with you my experience of withdrawal from the allergy drug Zyrtec (read about it here). Its titled Pruritus after discontinuation of cetirizine and is available at: Keeping my body comfortable in any way possible, was a primary objective. Subscribe to Drugs.com newsletters for the latest medication news, new drug approvals, alerts and updates. I had only taken them for three weeks, but did not escape the withdrawal hives. Common gastrointestinal (GI) side . I never researched between 1st and 2nd generation back them. Best of luck. The intensity/severity of this itch is just like scabies. Found nothing wrong with me and I told them about stopping Zyrtec and they say they never heard of anyone having withdrawal or anxiety by quitting Zyrtec. Other drugs may interact with cetirizine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. I am on day 7. In clinical trials, this side effect appeared to be related to the dose of cetirizine, with higher dosages increasing the risk of feeling drowsy. Day 6 of withdrawal severe itching. I told her I hadnt started the antibiotics yet because of this. She actually mentioned writing a paper if we were able to conclusively prove this as an issue, and at the very least, if it ever happened to another patient, she could give them better guidance. dose every 2-3h at roughly 500mg at a time. I was now a 6 on my itch scale. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures. MEH, anyway glad i found this article for the many ways I can try to find a fix and a way to stay Z free. The bug feeling became a cold tingle. Stimulants, including caffeine, nicotine, cocaine, amphetamines, and cold and cough medications that contain pseudoephedrine. Some have also reported other withdrawal symptoms. So Im wondering if anyone went through that and what helped? No issues with those meds. "In some people, cetirizine may . Although patient-generated data from social media has limitations in postmarketing drug safety surveillance, it may have contributed to reporting of adverse events to the FDA. The itching and rash are very bad. Thats when I knew what was happening. In addition to treatment with Permethrin, a limited course of steroids and Ivermectin, I was prescribed double doses of various oral antihistamines (Allegre, Zyzal, Zyrtec) to relieve the symptoms of what is known as post-scabies, which was basically more intense itching and hives! Why are there no warnings on these medications? As I said, the comments here were helpful because it gave me strength in my resolve, and I knew that if it was a Zyrtec withdrawal, it was a matter of time and patience. I was incredibly relieved to be through the worst of it! You should also not drink alcohol while taking either of these medications because it can make these side effects worse. Let us know in the comments! Im in week 2 of the anxiety and it is terrible. Using a Body Brush By the second week of withdrawal, I was carrying around a body brush to scratch every itch. Went to an allergist that did a blood allergen test. Zyrtec has been linked to cases of heart failure through an unknown mechanism in a very small number of patients 2. My strength was waning. Hopefully that will work. However, it was always lurking in the background. I am on day six of the itchy withdrawal slog and my hearing has begun to return in that ear. Been taking for approximately 6 months. Zyrtec has been linked to cases of heart failure through an unknown mechanism in a very small number of patients 2. I feel overwhelmed because I started taking vistaril first place as a bridge to opioid withdrawal, as it put me in deep inssomnia. Its so hard to heal when the pharmaceutical industry is just making things worse! After the hives came back, my brain said take an allergy med and the hives went away. Zyrtec (Cetirizine Orally Disintegrating Tablets), Zyrtec Dosage Charts (Infants & Children). It is considered a second-generation non-sedating antihistamine. Alcohol is a drying agent and can make your skin drier and more itchy. Nasal sprays deliver a decongestant right where you need it. I later found an article about the itching and took it to her. My allergist then started to wean me from Zyrtec by halving the dose. It did help with the sneezing, runny nose and congestion, but I recently decided to stop it. Zyrtec vs Claritin: Which is more effective for allergies? It is torture but you can get through this! dizziness. Spending time on my rowing machine each day, I was forced to focus on something else. Some side effects may not be reported. Initially it was Claritin, and eventually switched to Zyrtec when I felt that Claritin didnt work as well. Applies to cetirizine: intravenous solution. -Maximum dose: 10 mg/day Medical professionals have no clue. I can recollect every detail and Im usually woken up by the nightmare aspects. (I am a healthy 37 y/o male). day 50 of slowly removing bits from the 10mg tablet. With all the scratching and bleeding, I looked like myself with the chicken pox at age 6, with all of the hives, redness, and lesions in various states of healing on my body. Ive been taking allergy medicine for over 20 years now. The most commonly reported side effects include somnolence, dizziness, and headache. We suspect that is substantially more than the FDAs MedWatch program. It was torture that lasted over a month. RxList reports that the overall incidence of Zyrtec-related side effects requiring discontinuation of the drug is not different than placebo in large studies 2. It sucks but it feels so good to be Zyrtec free! I talked to her about it and she acted like I was insane. So I went to a naturopath who recommended weaning off it, while taking quercetin, nettle tea and etc. Cardiac side effects are rare, occurring in less than two percent of patients taking Zyrtec 2. I am also on Trazadone for insomnia and just found out that not only blocks serotonin receptors but also H1 and since I have been taking it for 2 years probably that is why my CNS is so sensitive and I am experiencing vistaril withdrawal, despite the fact that I only took a small dose for just 1 month. Common causes include: Strong emotional responses, such as stress, anxiety or panic attacks. I am only at approx. I went through this a few years ago. First generation antihistamines like Benadryl, dont cross the blood-brain barrier. I still itch a little every night (I wonder if I have a histamine intolerance) and I do fine with an Allegra or Benadryl. Zyrtec withdrawal is truly torture. I feel so much better mentally now. ), and the doctors dont know what caused the weight gain. Drugs.com provides accurate and independent information on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines and natural products. Yes, I did itch every now and then, but staying away from alcohol and being well-hydrated was the combination that worked for me. Really dont know what to do. -Initial dose: 2.5 mg orally once a day 2020 EscapingTheMidwest. Q. I stopped taking Zyrtec last week and have been suffering extreme itchiness since then. Drugs.com provides accurate and independent information on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines and natural products. The day before Z day, I still get the hives. Cant wait to finally be rid of this once and for all. Im one week since Ive taken the last one. Then about 4 weeks ago, I tried a new shampoo free from parabens and sulfates, supposedly natural and discovered I was allergic to one of its ingredients (cocamidopropolyl betaine). 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