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What is a good alternative to using sudafed for allergies?
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Medical Alternatives: Sudafed is a short-acting decongestant, can provide limited, immediate relief. Alternatives include antihistamines like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) (can cause sedation), longer-acting antihistamines like claritin/zyrtec, leukotriene inibitor (singulair - rx only) and nasal steroid sprays (nasonex, flonase, etc). Most are more effective when taken daily as preventative rather than started after symptoms are present.
Answered 12/8/2017
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