What is Virlix called in the United Kingdom?
Virlix contains cetirizine. In the United Kingdom the same medicine is sold as Zirtek.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
| Brand | Country | Active ingredient | Common strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virlix Pending verification | France | cetirizine R06AE07 | 10 mg tablet, 5 mg/5 mL syrup |
| Zirtek Pending verification | United Kingdom | cetirizine R06AE07 | 10 mg tablet, 5 mg/5 mL syrup |
Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions
What is Virlix called in the United Kingdom?
Virlix contains cetirizine. In the United Kingdom the same medicine is sold as Zirtek.
Is Zirtek exactly the same as Virlix?
Both contain cetirizine (ATC R06AE07). Strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ, so compare the packs and ask a pharmacist.
What strengths of cetirizine are common in the United Kingdom?
Common forms include 10 mg tablet, 5 mg/5 mL syrup. Check the label, because local packs may differ from the one you have.
