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I have been taking claritin (loratadine) for my common cold but i did not improve ; what do you suggest ?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

For allergies: Claritin (loratadine) is an antihistamine that's used to treat allergic rhinitis (hay fever). It won't treat cold symptoms. For colds you need decongestants for nasal/sinus congestion, Guaifenesin and/or dextromethorphan for cough, and throat lozenges for sore throat.

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Answered 3/26/2023

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