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Claritin
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Claritin is an antihistamine used to treat the symptoms of hay fever and other allergic conditions such as watery eyes; runny nose (rhinitis); itching eyes, nose, or throat; and sneezing. Claritin may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor. Click on a drug in the list below to view prices and information.
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Ask Your Pharmacist about Claritin | | Do you have a question about Claritin? Our pharmacists have prepared hundreds of answers to commonly asked questions. Check below for an answer to your question. | | Q: | What are the differences between Claritin and Claritin-D, and Allegra and Allegra-D? | | A: | Claritin (generic name loratadine) and Allegra (fexofenadine) are prescription antihistamines that work equally well at relieving allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes... | | Q: | Are there any prescription treatments for allergic rhinitis? | | A: | Allergic rhinitis is a reaction to tiny particles in the air such as tree and grass pollen, pet dander, dust mites, and mold spores... | | Q: | With Seldane and Hismanal off the market, what can I use to treat my allergies? | | A: | Seldane (generic name terfenadine) and Hismanal (astemizole) — two prescription antihistamines — are no longer sold in the United States... | | Q: | With Seldane and Hismanal off the market, how can I treat my allergies? | | A: | The oral prescription antihistamines terfenadine (brand name Seldane) and astemizole (Hismanal) were breakthroughs in allergy treatment because they relieved symptoms while rarely causing side effects such as drowsiness... | | Q: | What is the difference between prescription and over-the-counter antihistamines? | | A: | Antihistamines are the first choice to treat or prevent the runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes and throat common with allergies, colds, and flu... |
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