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My allergy meds, claritin (loratadine) 10mg, is supposed to work for 24 hrs. it seems to wear off in less than 12 hrs. can i take 2 or is there a stronger med?

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Allergy meds: You may have better results with Allegra (fexofenadine) or zyrtec, both otc.

Dr Paudel agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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