Alerid 5 mg Syrup 30 mL

Alerid 5 mg Syrup 30 mL is an oral cetirizine allergy medicine used to help relieve symptoms of allergies. Each 30 mL bottle contains cetirizine 5 mg in syrup form, making this Alerid 5 mg Syrup 30 mL a liquid option for people who need a measured dose. Cetirizine is an antihistamine that can help with sneezing, runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, and itching from allergies or hives. It is commonly used for seasonal allergies and other allergic symptoms.

How it works: Cetirizine blocks histamine, a natural chemical your body releases during allergic reactions. In syrup form, Alerid 5 mg Syrup 30 mL is easy to measure and swallow, and it starts working to reduce allergy symptoms without needing to be chewed or split.

Alerid 5 mg Syrup 30 mL is the smaller 30 mL bottle in this brand line, while Alerid 5 mg Syrup 60 mL provides the same medicine in a larger bottle size. The 5 mg strength may be chosen for people who need a lower cetirizine amount or a liquid form that can be measured more carefully, especially when a doctor wants a milder dose than stronger tablet options. This strength can still cause drowsiness in some people, so it should be used only as directed.

• Seasonal allergic rhinitis
• Year-round allergy symptoms
• Sneezing and runny nose
• Itchy, watery eyes
• Hives (urticaria)
• Itching from allergies

• Shake the bottle well before each dose.
• Measure Alerid 5 mg Syrup 30 mL with an oral syringe or measuring spoon, not a kitchen spoon.
• Take it by mouth exactly as prescribed; it can be taken with or without food.
• If it makes you sleepy, your doctor may suggest taking it in the evening.
• Do not take more than prescribed, even if symptoms are still present.
• Follow the label carefully, since liquid allergy medicines can be easy to mismeasure.

This product provides cetirizine 5 mg per bottle as packaged strength information for Alerid 5 mg Syrup 30 mL, but the actual prescribed dose is based on how much liquid you take. Cetirizine is often taken once daily, but your doctor may adjust how often you use it and will decide the maximum daily amount for you. Do not increase the dose on your own, because even this 5 mg syrup can cause drowsiness.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Cetirizine may include:

• Drowsiness
• Sleepiness
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Sore throat
• Mild stomach upset

• May cause drowsiness, especially when you first start Alerid 5 mg Syrup 30 mL
• Avoid alcohol unless your doctor says it is safe
• Use caution when driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, because cetirizine may need extra caution
• Check with a clinician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Do not combine with other antihistamines unless instructed
• Read the label carefully if you have diabetes, since liquid medicines may contain sweeteners or added ingredients

• Alcohol
• Other antihistamines such as diphenhydramine or chlorpheniramine
• Sedatives or sleeping medicines
• Anxiety medicines that cause sleepiness
• Muscle relaxants

Store Alerid 5 mg Syrup 30 mL tightly closed at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and children.