Zyrtec
53 adverse event reports submitted to the FDA
Important: Adverse event reports do not establish that a drug caused or contributed to the event. Consult your veterinarian before making treatment decisions.
53
Total Reports
6
Deaths Reported
1130.0%
Death Rate
Active Ingredients
Zyrtec
Administration Routes
OralUnknown
Species Affected
Dog 46
Cat 7
Most Affected Breeds
Retriever - Labrador 5
Terrier - Bull - American Pit 4
Domestic Shorthair 4
Terrier - Yorkshire 4
Retriever - Golden 3
Chihuahua 3
Pit Bull 2
Bulldog - English 2
Poodle (unspecified) 2
Bulldog - American 2
Most Reported Reactions
Vomiting 6
Lack of efficacy - NOS 6
Death by euthanasia 5
Overdose 5
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) 5
Seizure NOS 5
Pruritus 4
Ataxia 4
Intentional misuse 4
Restlessness 3
Cough 3
Panting 3
Outcome Breakdown
Ongoing
30 (56.6%)
Outcome Unknown
9 (17.0%)
Recovered/Normal
8 (15.1%)
Euthanized
5 (9.4%)
Died
1 (1.9%)
Source: FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine — Adverse Event Reports. Data reflects voluntary submissions and may not represent actual incidence rates.