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Can I eat this with Cetirizine?
Cetirizine can cause drowsiness, and alcohol adds to this effect. Simple meals may help if you feel sick.
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Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 42 foods and drinks for Cetirizine (0 to avoid, 36 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Cetirizine with food?
- You can take cetirizine with or without food.
- Can I eat rich food with Cetirizine?
- Yes, with care. If you feel sick, stick to simple meals and avoid rich or spicy food.
- Can I eat spicy food with Cetirizine?
- Yes, with care. If you feel sick, stick to simple meals and avoid rich or spicy food.
- Can I drink alcohol with Cetirizine?
- Yes, with care. Alcohol can make you feel sleepy while taking cetirizine.
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1 · What do you take?
Cetirizine can cause drowsiness, and alcohol adds to this effect. Simple meals may help if you feel sick.
You can eat and drink normally while taking cetirizine. Alcohol can make you feel sleepy. If you feel sick, stick to simple meals and avoid rich or spicy food. Take tablets with water, milk or squash.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take cetirizine with or without food.
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Take care with Cetirizine· 36
Fine with Cetirizine· 6
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Further reading on Cetirizine
The pages our answers quote. Every answer shows “Where this comes from” with the exact words, checked 24 September 2026. How we check
NHS website
About cetirizine
NHS medicines information on cetirizine – what it's used for and key facts.
NHS website
Who can and cannot take cetirizine
NHS medicines information on who can take cetirizine and who may not be able to take it.
NHS website
How and when to take cetirizine
NHS medicines information on dosage for cetirizine, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
NHS website
Side effects of cetirizine
NHS medicines information on side effects of cetirizine and what you can do to cope.
NHS website
Taking cetirizine with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with cetirizine and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
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