Dosing for children may be different, too, so it's important to read the label for dosage guidance. As an antihistamine, ...

Cetirizine HCl 10mg; citrus flavor. Dissolve tabs: may take with or without water. For doses <5mg: use syrup. <2yrs: not recommended. 2–6yrs: initially 2.5mg once daily; max 5mg once daily or 2. ...

Cetirizine HCl 1mg/mL; grape flavor, and bubble gum (sugar- and dye-free) flavor. Dissolve tabs: may take with or without water. For doses <5mg: use syrup. <2yrs: not recommended. 2–6yrs ...

Medically reviewed by Lindsay Cook, PharmD Xyzal (levocetirizine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine) are antihistamines taken to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and hives.