Q: What is over-the-counter (OTC) ZYRTEC®?
A: Over-the-counter ZYRTEC is a medicine that provides effective, 24-hour relief of indoor and outdoor allergy symptoms. ZYRTEC has been available by prescription for years, but now, for the first time it’s available over-the-counter. 

Q: Is the OTC version of ZYRTEC the same as the Rx strength?
A: Yes, OTC ZYRTEC is the same strength once available only by prescription. You can count on OTC ZYRTEC for effective 24-hour relief.  

Q: What symptoms does OTC ZYRTEC relieve?
A: OTC ZYRTEC relieves runny nose, sneezing, itchy, watery eyes, and itchy nose and throat due to indoor and outdoor allergies. It also relieves itching due to hives. ZYRTEC-D® provides the added benefit of relieving nasal congestion.

Q: How long will it take before I can expect relief with OTC ZYRTEC?
A: ZYRTEC begins to work in as little as 1 hour and provides effective 24-hour relief.* 

Q: Will prescription ZYRTEC still be available after OTC ZYRTEC launches?
A: After over-the-counter ZYRTEC launches, prescription ZYRTEC will no longer be available. 

Q: How much does OTC ZYRTEC cost?
A: OTC ZYRTEC can cost up to one-third less than the co-pay for prescription antihistamines.** So not only can you rely on OTC ZYRTEC to provide effective 24-hour relief, you can rely on it to provide great OTC value. 

Q: How long will my Health Care Plan cover prescription ZYRTEC?
A: Health Care coverage of prescription ZYRTEC will vary by Health Care plans. Please contact your Health Care company for details. 

Q: Will my Health Care Plan cover OTC ZYRTEC?
A: Over-the-counter products are not covered by Health Care plans. However, over-the-counter ZYRTEC can cost up to one-third less than the co-pay for prescription antihistamines.**  OTC ZYRTEC is also covered by most Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts (FSAs and HSAs). Check with your benefits administrator for more information about coverage and how to use your FSA or HSA dollars to pay for OTC ZYRTEC products. 

Q: Can I use my Flexible Spending account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay for OTC ZYRTEC?
A: OTC ZYRTEC is covered by most FSAs and HSAs. Check with your benefits administrator for more information about coverage and how to use your FSA or HSA dollars to pay for OTC ZYRTEC products. 

Q: What formulations of OTC ZYRTEC are available?
A: OTC ZYRTEC is available in a wide range of formulations to meet every patient’s needs.   

Q: Is ZYRTEC-D the same product now that it is located behind the counter?
A: Yes, ZYRTEC-D is still the same safe and effective medication that treats indoor and outdoor allergies and also relieves nasal congestion. Only the location has changed, due to a law which requires decongestant medications containing pseudoephedrine, like ZYRTEC-D, to be sold behind the counter.  

Q: Why is ZYRTEC-D located behind the counter? 
A: As required by law, decongestant medications containing pseudoephedrine, like ZYRTEC-D, are sold behind the counter. You can ask for ZYRTEC-D at the retail or pharmacy counter. ZYRTEC-D is still the same effective medication that treats indoor and outdoor allergies and also relieves nasal congestion. In most states, ZYRTEC-D is available without a prescription. 

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*Data on file, McNEIL-PPC, Inc. 
**Comparison based upon one-month supply of OTC ZYRTEC® vs Tier 3 antihistamine. Patients should check with their health plans to understand their current Rx co-pay