Question 1

can you tell me if i could take two antihistamines at once?

Accepted Answer

Yes but why: If you take two antihistamines at once you will bring out the less desirable side effects such as drowsiness and dry mouth. There is really no benefit from this and could lead to an overdose if you did this long term. Its best to take one at a time give it a few days to determine if that antihistamine is working and if not change to another.

Question 2

is it safe to take two types of antihistamines togeather ?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: It is not a good idea because of the increased risk of side effects from taking multiple similar meds.

Question 3

can i take two claritin (loratadine) antihistamine in one day?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Antihistamines are well tolerated even when the dose is doubled.

Question 4

is it safe to take two 24-hour antihistamine pills at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It could be safe or not depending on the total dose you are taking in one day.  By the way safe is conventionally defined, it will probably be safe and it will at most make you a little sleepy and contribute to reduced motor coordination, but in the context of operating a motor vehicle this could make a difference.  You may want to see a doctor to get your allergies evaluated medically. Stay safe!

Question 5

is it ok to take antihistamines with ?

Accepted Answer

With what?: If you are thinking about drinking alcohol, do not do it. Antihistamines might potentiate the effect of alcohol.

Question 6

can you take antihistamine with codeine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is a medication called tussionex that combines an older antihistamine (chlorpheniramine) with hydrodocone (similar to codeine).   This medication is especially effective for severe irritant cough.   It is important to carefully follow dosing directions.

Question 7

is it safe to take an antihistamine daily?

Accepted Answer

Most often yes: Otc non drowsy fexofenadine 180mgm for pt over 12yo can safely be used on along term basis in most patients..Always check with with your primary md.

Question 8

is it ok to take three different antihistamines?

Accepted Answer

Possibly OK.: It probably won't hurt you, but you gotta wonder if it is helping you.  I can imagine combinations of a topical antihistamine, a good general non sedating oral antihistamine, and a traditional sedating antihistamine .

Question 9

i am allergie to antihistamine, can i take pepid ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Antihistamine blocks h1 receptors, while Pepcid (famotidine) blocks h2 receptors, however if u r in doubt of taking any medicine: pls go to any hospital, sit in the er waiting area, adminster the medicine, wait for about an hour, any serious allergic reaction would appear in the 1st hr, god forbids, then u r in the very place u want to be, pls excercise caution with multiple meds as u r on an anticoagulant.

Question 10

can you tell me how many antihistamines can you take per day ?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamines: You should follow the prescription given to you or the maximum amount on the medication insert, do not self medicate. If higher doses are necessary, they should be guided by an experienced allergist.

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