Medically reviewed by Jurairat J. Molina, MD Acute urticaria (hives) is a common skin condition that affects up to 20% of people at some point in their lives. It can transition into chronic urticaria ...

Zyrtec can treat skin reactions (hives) associated with allergies, but Zyrtec-D has not been approved for this use. One of the major distinctions between Zyrtec and Zyrtec-D is accessibility.

Anti-histamines combined with a decongestant are usually marked with a "D." Claritin-D, Allegra-D, and Zyrtec-D all contain a decongestant called pseudoephedrine, the same active ingredient that ...

Medications like Benadryl and Zyrtec help speed the resolution of hives and also help with the itch. While these can certainly help with hives, avoiding triggers that cause them is key to prevention.

Antihistamines — like Claritin, Allegra, or Zyrtec — can reduce most of these allergy symptoms and will likely be your first option. However, if nasal congestion or a stuffy nose is one of ...

Fexofenadine HCl 180mg, pseudoephedrine HCl 240mg; ext-rel tabs. See Contraindications. Avoid concomitant aluminum- or magnesium-containing antacids. Pseudoephedrine: Antagonizes antihypertensives ...

She has 20 years of experience in the medical field, specializing in allergies, asthma, hives and immune deficiencies. Dr. Passer is a fellow of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.

Getty Images Antihistamine pills like Zyrtec, Claritin or Allegra are more effective than topical creams, as they calm the body’s overall immune response.

You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Use Zyrtec Liquid Gels (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or ...

Ketotifen (as fumarate) 0.025%; oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride. Contact lenses (remove; may reinsert 10 minutes after administration). Reevaluate if irritation, eye pain, or visual ...

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