Two of the biggies are Zyrtec and Claritin — over-the-counter drugs have been helping folks with seasonal allergies for years. But which is right for you? And it matters, because although Zyrtec ...

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In the United States, loratadine (Claritin and Alavert) and cetirizine (Zyrtec) have been the major antihistamine entrants into the OTC market. Importantly, these brands have been well received by ...

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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 ...

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 ...

Claritin and the other next-generation H1 antihistamines, which include Allegra and Zyrtec, are now top sellers. After the discovery of H1, the number of known histamine receptors kept multiplying.

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 ...