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A: Zyrtec-D is a combination tablet of an antihistamine (Zyrtec) and a decongestant (pseudoephedrine). Antihistamines help with sneezing, runny noses and drainage. Decongestants help relieve pressure and pain in the sinuses. Zyrtec or the antihistamine portion has a potential to cause some drowsiness and dry mouth. Sudafed (pseudoephedrine) can cause difficulty sleeping, nausea, and loss of appetite.
Two of these medications for allergies are Claritin and Zyrtec. Claritin is a trade name of the generic drug Loratadine. It is manufactured by Schering-Plough with varying trade names, one of which is Claritin.Zyrtec is also a trade name, and its generic name is Cetirizine.Another trade name of Zyrtec is Reactine.Claritin and Zyrtec are both second-generation antihistamines used for the treatment of allergies. In 2008, Zyrtec topped the list of the highest grossing product under the non-food category in the USA.laritin is indicated for runny nose, itchy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, itching of the throat, sinus decongestion, and nasal decongestion. Zyrtec has the same indications as Claritin. Whatever kind of allergy it is, it still is best to treat it before it gets worse and hinders our productivity.