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They say aerius is non-drowsy but it does make me drowsy in an hour while zyrtec (cetirizine) has no adverse effect on me. is this even normal?

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Normal for you.: Everyone is a little different. While desloratadine does not make most people drowsy it seems to have that effect on you. This may be normal.

Answered 10/20/2014

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A member asked:

They say aerius is non-drowsy but it does make me drowsy in an hour while zyrtec (cetirizine) has no adverse effect on me. is this even normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dan Fisher answered

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