Question 1

can i buy otc chlor-trimeton?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Chlortrimeton is available as an over the counter medication and is available in a number of different doses.  It can also be found in combination with decongestant medication.

Question 2

can i take chlor-trimeton and benedryl ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: ...The combination will likely make you very sleepy.  If you are needing 2 medications that are essentially the same to be able to control your symptoms, you should instead talk to your doctor to try other safer alternatives.

Question 3

has taking chlor-trimeton been just as effective for anyone?

Accepted Answer

Effective: Chlor-trimeton is the brand name for chlorpheneramine.  This is a very effective anti-allergic pill.  Its one side effect is sleepiness which varies from one person to another.  It is equally, maybe more effective than the prescription, branded types which only have the advantage of causing less sleepiness.

Question 4

chlor-trimeton best for allergies?

Accepted Answer

Can be used but: A good antihistamine but can be very sedative.

Question 5

can i take chlor-trimeton and allegra?

Accepted Answer

Both anti-histamines: Fexofenadine (active ingredient in Allegra) and chlorpheniramine (active ingredient in Chlor-Trimeton) achieve the same purpose &amp; are duplicative therapy. Of note, there is no drug interactions reported between them, but adding the two may not be advantageous.

Question 6

do you take chlor-trimeton for allergies daily?

Accepted Answer

No: It is to sedative. I would take something like Claritin (loratadine) or zyrtec or Allegra if needed.

Question 7

does chlor-trimeton work well as a allergy medi?

Accepted Answer

It is an allergy med: Like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) Chlor-Trimeton (chlorpheniramine maleate) is a 1st-generation antihistamine that is effective for the treatment of allergic rhinitis and hives. It causes drowsiness less frequently than Benadryl more more than Claritin (loratadine) or zyrtec. Its effects only last for 3-5 hours. Other side-effects include dry mouth & constipation. Men with prostate problems should be wary of it.

Question 8

can i use chlor trimeton if i have hypertension?

Accepted Answer

YES.  Unlike decon-: gestants, antihistamines (diphenhydramine et al) don't raise the heart rate or blood pressure.  If you need something for nasal congestion, you can use an OTC nasal decongestant spray or nasal strips (e.g., Breathe-Rite).  Dr. Anne

Question 9

does chlor-trimeton work just as well as zyrtec (cetirizine)? whats cheaper?

Accepted Answer

What is cheaper: Yes. Chlortrimeton is cheaper but likely to give you a dry mouth, dry eyes and make you sleepy.

Question 10

can i take chlor-trimeton and benedryl with zoloft (sertraline) together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Do you need both chlortrimeton and benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
It's better not to take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) on a regular basis.

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