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Cetirizine

A second-generation H1 antihistamine, in medical use since 1987: it blocks the histamine behind sneezing, itching and watery eyes. It is used for allergic rhinitis and urticaria (hives). This family brings together the active ingredient, pharmacopoeial impurities, labelled standards, nitrosamines and other impurities.

Did you know?It is the main metabolite of hydroxyzine, an older antihistamine: anyone taking hydroxyzine effectively produces cetirizine in their own body.

CetirizineGo to the active ingredient →
CetirizineActive ingredientCetirizineCat. No. P-C119-001CAS 83881-51-0

EDQM standards 3

The official European Pharmacopoeia standards for this family.

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