Label: CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE- cetirizine solution

  • NDC Code(s): 65162-005-86
  • Packager: Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

Drug Label Information

Updated December 18, 2023

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  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    *Compared to Children’s Zyrtec® active ingredient

    Drug Facts

  • ACTIVE INGREDIENT

    (in each 5 mL teaspoonful) 

    Cetirizine HCl 5 mg

  • PURPOSE

    Antihistamine

  • Uses

    temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:

    • runny nose
    • sneezing
    • itchy, watery eyes
    • itching of the nose and throat
  • WARNINGS

    Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine.

    Ask a doctor before use if you have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking tranquilizers or sedatives.

    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

    Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.

    If pregnant or breastfeeding:

    • if breast-feeding: not recommended
    • if pregnant: ask a health professional before use
  • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

    Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help of contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

  • Directions

    • use only with enclosed dosing cup
    • find right dose on chart below
    • mL = milliliter
     adults and children 6 years and over 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) or 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) once daily depending upon severity of symptoms; do not take more than 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) in 24 hours.
     adults 65 years and over 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) once daily; do not take more than 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) in 24 hours.
     children 2 to under 6 years of age  ½ teaspoonful (2.5 mL) once daily. If needed, dose can be increased to a maximum of 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) once daily or ½ teaspoonful (2.5 mL) every 12 hours. Do not give more than 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) in 24 hours.
     children under 2 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)
    • TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF NECKBAND IMPRINTED “SEALED FOR YOUR PROTECTION” IS BROKEN OR MISSSING.
  • INACTIVE INGREDIENTS

    Sucrose, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Sodium Acetate, Glacial Acetic Acid, Artificial Grape Flavor, Purified Water.

    Questions?

    Call 1-877-835-5472

    Monday through Friday 9AM – 5PM EST.

    *This product is not manufactured or distributed by McNeil-PPC, Inc., distributor of Zyrtec® . Zyrtec® is a registered trademark of UCB Pharma, S.A.

    Distributed by: Amneal Pharmaceuticals
    Glasgow, KY 42141

    Rev. 03-2015-01

  • PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

    1 mg/mL Label

    1 mg/mL Carton
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 
    cetirizine solution
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:65162-005
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE (UNII: 64O047KTOA) (CETIRIZINE - UNII:YO7261ME24) CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE5 mg  in 5 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    ACETIC ACID (UNII: Q40Q9N063P)  
    GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)  
    METHYLPARABEN (UNII: A2I8C7HI9T)  
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)  
    PROPYLPARABEN (UNII: Z8IX2SC1OH)  
    SODIUM ACETATE (UNII: 4550K0SC9B)  
    SUCROSE (UNII: C151H8M554)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    Product Characteristics
    Coloryellow (CLEAR TO PALE YELLOW) Score    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorGRAPEImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:65162-005-861 in 1 CARTON10/07/2009
    1118 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA09076510/07/2009
    Labeler - Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC (123797875)