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A good over-the-counter medication for allergies.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Antihistamine: Usually you will need an antihistamine with a decongestant but many people need a rx nasal spray to control the nasal symptoms.

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Answered 10/23/2017

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Allergies: Allegra (fexofenadine) or zyrtec are good.

Answered 6/24/2014

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