FDA warns of rare, but ‘severe’ reaction involving allergy medications like Zyrtec, Xyzal

UNDATED (WKRC) — Officials are warning of a rare, but “severe” reaction from certain allergy medications.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning regarding the discontinuation of certain allergy medications, cautioning that stopping these medications could lead to severe reactions.

The agency reported that individuals have experienced severe itching after ceasing the use of medications such as Zyrtec or Xyzal.

This side effect appears to occur in those who have used the medications long-term.

The FDA is urging manufacturers of the over-the-counter versions of these medications to include the new side effect warning on their packaging.

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