Drowsiness causes activity in certain parts of the brain to change, leading to decreased cognitive function, alertness, and overall ability to process and react to information. When a person is ...

Newer antihistamines like Claritin (loratidine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine) don't cause drowsiness but may not be as helpful with allergy cough symptoms. Research continues into how specific ...

Newer antihistamines like Claritin (loratidine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine) don't cause drowsiness but may not be as helpful with allergy cough symptoms. Research continues into how specific medications ...

People often take antihistamines to relieve itch. Antihistamines, however, do not effectively treat all types of itch. They don’t seem effective for stopping itch due to eczema. While a sedating ...

Cough suppressants and expectorants are symptomatic treatments, but they don't treat the cause of a cough ... such as Claritin (loratadine). A note of caution about antihistamines: Some of them can ...

Here are the best ways to treat and prevent motion sickness while traveling. Browse treatments from brands like Dramamine, ...

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Given the lack of research, we don’t have a complete picture of ... In addition, prescription sleeping pills can cause side effects like daytime drowsiness. It’s important to discuss the ...

Some cold medications also include antihistamines. These slow your reaction time and make you less alert behind the wheel. Check the label…if it says “may cause drowsiness,” avoid operating a vehicle ...

When the world’s most-followed investor doesn’t feel comfortable investing, should the rest of us be worried? Warren Buffett, who has quipped that his favorite holding period for a stock is ...