About Layla Yeganeh Expertise I have researched and studied medicine, pharmacy, psychology and biology in college, through medical journals and research studies, I also have personal knowledge of the side effects, interactions and uses of many drugs for: antidepressants, alternative depression treatments, sleep aids, ADD, ADHD, psychiatric meds, weight loss, fibro, thyroid (Armour) versus synthetic, endocrinology, HRT, natural homeopathic drug interactions, toxicology, steroids, blood pressure, anxiety, birth control pills, Migraines, headaches, pain medications, TMJ, antibiotics, sinus and otolaryngoloy medications, as well as Immune therapy and allergy treatments, and many more. I would like to extend my knowledge and exerience to you, and offer advice so please don't hesitate to ask if you have a question. Every question is important, and no question is too difficult.
Question Hi Layla,
I'm 44 years old and have been on Zyrtec 10 mg. for atleast 4-5 years for generalized itching. when I miss a day I experience such nausea and dizziness. Its unbelievable. As soon as I take it again it goes away. The only other prescription I take is Prozac which I have been on for 17 years. Have you heard of this side effect when going off zyrtec?
Answer Hi Christine,
That is interesting, and certainly you are in tune with your body to pick up on such a fine observation.
I have not heard of this side effect before of withdrawal dizziness, yet, one of the two drugs could be working together synergistically to cause this reaction.
I would go to my family doctor and tell them, also get a check up and have your blood sugar levels checked, this can create dizziness and nausea, this sounds hormonal in nature.
The zyrtec withdrawal symptoms would likely go away after several months, but if you continued to feel dizzy, and incautious, further investigation if warranted!
