I use Zyrtec as an alternative to Xyzal. Since I’ve stopped going to Specialist Skin Clinic, I don’t get prescribed Xyzal anymore. My GP recommended Zyrtec instead. According to her, it has the same effect.
I take 10mg anytime I get a flare up. But recommended not more than once a day. My track record has been about once every two weeks.
To me, Zyrtec is not as fast-acting as Xyzal. The effect kicks in only after about 2 hours (compared to one hour for Xyzal). But the effect lasts just as long (24 hours). More importantly, it DOES NOT cause drowsiness at all!
I’ve heard that Zyrtec can be obtained over the counter at pharmacies. Anybody know if this is correct?
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