Question 1

i have chronic sinus problems and take allegra and flonase everyday. i have been getting terrible headaches throughout the day. is there anything additional i can do to try to minimize this? i also have tried excedrin, 24 hour sudafed, ibuprofen, or tylen

Accepted Answer

Sinus Discomfort: Good day; I've been told by patients with similar symptoms that their ENT MDs have been able to drain their sinuses. Radiographs and an a scan may assist in formulating  a precise diagnosis. Potent antibiotics and drainage are effective treatment  for sinusitis.

Question 2

can i take allegra with flonase or nasacort?

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Yes: yes, no problem.

Question 3

is it safe to take flonase & allegra & lexapro (escitalopram)?

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Yes: No interactions to be concerned about.

Question 4

what is the difference between allegra (fexofenadine) and flonase for allergy relief -take one or both?

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Flonase better: Allegra is an atihistamine and is helpful for itchiness, sneezing and a runny nose, not helpful for congestion.  Flonase, an intranasal steroid covers all these symptoms plus congestion. Head to head studies comparing Flonase to antihistamines, singulair, (montelukast) or sudafed showed that Flonase beat them all.  I usually suggest daily Flonase and adding an antihistamine on as needed or supplemental basis.

Question 5

can i take allegra, advil (ibuprofen) cold and sinus, and flonase l at once?

Accepted Answer

Allegra, (fexofenadine) flonase: are standard and do not have any contraindications. While for short time you may combine decongestants. Chronic combination may increase side effects. Also chronic use of NSAIDs in advil (ibuprofen) cold and sinuse may have side effects

Question 6

my allergies are unbearable today.. i take zyrtec and flonase daily and they did nothing. i took allegra too with no relief, can i also take claritin (loratadine)?

Accepted Answer

You can, but: It is unlikely to add additional coverage after taking both Zyrtec and Allegra (fexofenadine). It is important to understand that blocking histamine receptors is not a cure-all for allergy. There are many potential symptoms that may be driving you crazy and knowing more about them will help a physician to recommend short term therapy for short term relief. See Allergist and consider virtual consult if needed.

Question 7

i took allegra 24hr then flonase in am. cold symptoms persist with sneezing and stuffy! like allergy. can i take nyquil tonight?

Accepted Answer

Uri: Yes, but do not overdose with the medicines.

Question 8

i take flonase and allergra for seasonal allergies, and that usually controls it. today it is not. can i take allegra, claritin, or benadryl?

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Allergy treatment: If taking Allegra already you should not double up on a long acting antihistamine (Allegra, Claritin, Zyrtec).  This can cause heart issues.
Intra-nasal steroids (Flonase) should be used routinely.  Adding Allegra is fine on an-needed basis.  Adding short acting (Benadryl) is ok but indicates need for better preventive care (environmental controls, more consistent Flonase use, allergy shots).

Question 9

what can i take for my sinusitis far as allergy otc go? i've tried zyrtec, allegra d, clairatin, flonase, benadryl (diphenhydramine). none help my sinuses!

Accepted Answer

See a physician: Non of the other OTC medications will help you as you already tried almost all available OTC medications. You may need to be checked and if your diagnosis is confirmed, you may need a prescription medication for something stronger and is not available OTC

Question 10

i am taking regular allegra (fexofenadine) 24 hours along with flonase and eye drops.  not getting much relief....is it safe to also take zyrtec d or sudafed d?

Accepted Answer

It is safe to take: sudafed,but not zyrtec and allegra (fexofenadine) together-only 1 or the other. I would try zyrtec, it is stronger than allegra (fexofenadine). No decongestants if you have high blood pressure. No zyrtec D and sudafed together, as they both contain decongestants. Use zyrtec plain.

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I have chronic sinus problems and take allegra and flonase everyday. i have been getting terrible headaches throughout the day. is there anything additional i can do to try to minimize this? i also have tried excedrin, 24 hour sudafed, ibuprofen, or tylen

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Can i take allegra with flonase or nasacort?

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Is it safe to take flonase & allegra & lexapro (escitalopram)?

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What is the difference between allegra (fexofenadine) and flonase for allergy relief -take one or both?

A member asked:

Can i take allegra, advil (ibuprofen) cold and sinus, and flonase l at once?

A member asked:

My allergies are unbearable today.. i take zyrtec and flonase daily and they did nothing. i took allegra too with no relief, can i also take claritin (loratadine)?

A member asked:

I took allegra 24hr then flonase in am. cold symptoms persist with sneezing and stuffy! like allergy. can i take nyquil tonight?

A member asked:

I take flonase and allergra for seasonal allergies, and that usually controls it. today it is not. can i take allegra, claritin, or benadryl?

A member asked:

What can i take for my sinusitis far as allergy otc go? i've tried zyrtec, allegra d, clairatin, flonase, benadryl (diphenhydramine). none help my sinuses!

A member asked:

I am taking regular allegra (fexofenadine) 24 hours along with flonase and eye drops. not getting much relief....is it safe to also take zyrtec d or sudafed d?

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