Question 1

please tell me if there are any allergy meds comparable to clarinex-d?

Accepted Answer

Anti histamine : Allegra-D, Claritin-D, Zyrtec-D are all second generation antihistamine plus and vaso constrictor pseudonephrine. They are similar in action.

Question 2

are there any allergy meds comparable to clarinex-d?

Accepted Answer

Multiple: Clarinex-d is an antihistamine/decongestant combination.  While not exactly the same antihistamines claritin-d, zyrtec-d and Allegra-D are other antihistamine/decongestant combinations that are available over-the-counter.

Question 3

signs of clarinex (desloratadine) allergy?

Accepted Answer

Rare: Hives that only occur after taking the medication.  Swelling afterwards, coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath.

Question 4

how does clarinex (desloratadine) compare to zyrtec for allergies?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamines: There are several newer antihistamines that are now over the counter.  They all are about the same.  Allegra, zyrtec and Claritin (loratadine) to name a few.  Try these at suggested dosage.  If they don't work, see your doctor.

Question 5

zyrtec, claritin, (loratadine) allegra, clarinex. other allergy pill options? year-round, persistant allergies. wet in ears, post-nasal drip (sore throat).

Accepted Answer

Avoidance : If you know your allergens, avoidance is the best treatment.  If your use of standard antihistamines isn't helping, your doctor has many other treatment options to help, including leukotriene inhibitors or referral to an allergist.

Question 6

iis fatigue a significant side effect of clarinex (desloratadine) or not?

Accepted Answer

Yes -it can be: Per Drugs.Com '•somnolence, such as, sleepiness or unusual drowsiness' may occur with clarinex (desloratadine). http://www.drugs.com/sfx/clarinex (desloratadine)-side-effects.html

Question 7

can i use claritin (loratadine) as a substitute for clarinex?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Clarinex (desloratadine) has only slight differences in chemical structure from the original product of Claritin and in my clinical experience you will not notice any difference in relieving your allergy symptoms.
The generic of claritin, loratadine, is also much less expensive and is available at most drug stores.

Question 8

what does clarinex (desloratadine) work for?

Accepted Answer

Seasonal allergies: Clarinex is another form of the antihistamine medicine-claritin. The generic name is loratidine. It helps with allergies, like hay fever. There are many current examples of medications which have become generic, so drug companies try and make an alternative form that they can market with a brand name. If you take claritin-your body converts it into clarinex. Another example is Nexium (esomeprazole) and prilosec.

Question 9

what are the differences between claritin (loratadine) and clarinex?

Accepted Answer

Metabolite: Clarinex (desloratadine) is des-loratadine and Claritin is loratadine.  Clarinex (desloratadine) is the active metabolite of claritn.  So (according to the manufacturer) you have the benefits of loratidine with minimal side effects.  It is common in the pharmaceutical industry to use active metabolites or isomers of drugs.  This potentially gives you a more active compound while minimizing the potential side effect.

Question 10

please describe the medication: clarinex (desloratadine)?

Accepted Answer

New antihistamine: Clarinex is the brand name for desloratadine, the major metabolite of Loratadine (claritin).  This makes it a new generation antihistamine.  Desloratadine is approved for treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis as well as chronic hives.  Clarinex is available as a tablet, reditab, oral solution and as a combination product with a decongestant.

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