Question 1

is it safe to take claritin-d every day? are there long term side effects and what does pseudoephedrine interact with, if anything?

Accepted Answer

Usually ok: Unless you have a cardiovascular problem such as hypertension or insomnia from the pseudoephedrine.

Question 2

i find that if i take pseudoephedrine once a day before bedtime, i sleep better and wake up feeling more rested.  i have no side effects i am aware of.  is this safe to do long term.  i do not have any health problems and normal blood pressure.  i am 56.

Accepted Answer

Not advised: Pseudoephedrine over a long period can cause side effects including elevated blood pressure. when stopped also causes a rebound phenomenon.

Question 3

what are the side effects of pseudoephedrine?

Accepted Answer

Vasocontrictor: Pseudophedrine is a vasoconstrictor.  This means it has the ability to temporarily narrow blood vessels.  Taken orally this can cause dizziness, rapid heart rate (palpitations) or headache.

Question 4

severe allergies. otc don't work anymore except pseudoephedrine and benedryl (side effects). recommend otc. do not say see a doctor - can't afford?

Accepted Answer

Nasal sprays: You could try nasal sprays - Nasacort Allergy 24HR or NasalCrom, but these may take some time to work.  Some patients  do well with Saline nasal washes or Neti Pots.  Also try using Zyrtec or Claritin instead of Benadryl, (diphenhydramine) to reduce side effects.

Question 5

what are the possible side effects of long term use of sudafed pe and rhinocort together with alcohol?

Accepted Answer

See below: Sudafed pe and alcohol may have additive effects such as making you more hyper, or increasing your blood pressure, in extreme cases causing a stroke or heart attack. Rhinocort is mostly safe. Long term use of anything, especially alcohol, but also sudafed pe, is not good for you, consult your doctor for alternatives.

Question 6

side effects of sudafed for sinus infection?

Accepted Answer

Insomnia, nausea: Insomnia, nausea, headache, dizziness, anxiety are some of the more common side affects.  More serious, uncommon side affects are cardiac arrhythmias and elevate bp.

Question 7

side effects of sudafed?

Accepted Answer

Many: Possible side effects include fast or irregular heart beats, tremor, restlessness, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, feeling nervous,  high blood pressure, and more.

Question 8

side effects of sudafed decongestant?

Accepted Answer

Palpitations, rapid: Heart beat, dryness of mouth, dizziness and at times agitation. It may also cause tiredness/sleepiness in some.

Question 9

i took 1 pill of buspirone 5 mg and got a bad side effects. how long does it take to get out of my system ? also can i take sudafed  while i have buspar in my system?

Accepted Answer

I would allow: 24 hours to have effects of Buspirone completely out (it's probably sooner but I would allow outer limit) If you are taking Buspar for ANXIETY I would NOT take Sudafed since Sudafed side effect=anxiety!!

Hope this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 10

side effects of bendryl &sudafed? 
my heart was pounding, but i felt extreme drowsyness...i couldnt stop moving and part of my body, my skin was getting purple /red marks? but they go away ...?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: Sudafed can rarely cause skipped or extra heart beats and more commonly elevates blood pressure if used consistently.  It also causes restlessness.   Drowsiness is expected effect of Benadryl (diphenhydramine).  Unsure about the skin color changes, probably unrelated.

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Is it safe to take claritin-d every day? are there long term side effects and what does pseudoephedrine interact with, if anything?

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I find that if i take pseudoephedrine once a day before bedtime, i sleep better and wake up feeling more rested. i have no side effects i am aware of. is this safe to do long term. i do not have any health problems and normal blood pressure. i am 56.

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What are the side effects of pseudoephedrine?

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Severe allergies. otc don't work anymore except pseudoephedrine and benedryl (side effects). recommend otc. do not say see a doctor - can't afford?

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What are the possible side effects of long term use of sudafed pe and rhinocort together with alcohol?

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Side effects of sudafed for sinus infection?

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Side effects of sudafed?

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Side effects of sudafed decongestant?

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I took 1 pill of buspirone 5 mg and got a bad side effects. how long does it take to get out of my system ? also can i take sudafed while i have buspar in my system?

A member asked:

Side effects of bendryl &sudafed? my heart was pounding, but i felt extreme drowsyness...i couldnt stop moving and part of my body, my skin was getting purple /red marks? but they go away ...?

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