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2008-08-26 9:21 AM

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Subject: Allergy Meds????
I've been fine all summer but this last week my head is a mess. What's the best OC allergy med that won't affect my race (dehydration/drowsiness)????


2008-08-26 9:31 AM
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Subject: RE: Allergy Meds????
I take Claritin all summer long, and haven't had any ill effects.
2008-08-26 11:43 AM
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Depends on the person.  Claritin never worked for me.  I like Zyrtec and that recently became OTC.
2008-08-26 12:00 PM
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Claritin D works for me, but I only take a partial dose because it jacks up your heart rate and blood pressure. I try to time my dose so it's wearing off just before race time.

2008-08-26 12:06 PM
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Artemis - 2008-08-26 11:43 AM Depends on the person. Claritin never worked for me. I like Zyrtec and that recently became OTC.

I am the same way.  My recommendation would be for Zyrtec generic OTC. 

2008-08-26 12:14 PM
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Subject: RE: Allergy Meds????
as a pharmacist I would recommend either zyrtec or claritin. Some of the other allergy meds OTC can cause drowsiness. Either zyrtec or claritin are one a day and might want to take it either right before bedtime or first thing in the morning.

enjoy and feel better



2008-08-26 12:50 PM
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Subject: RE: Allergy Meds????
Claritin worked for me. I got tired of the pills, so now I jut get a shot that lasts about 2-3 months. Its nice not having to pop pills everyday.
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