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Is it ok to take primatene tablets? i have really bad allergies and was prescribed singulair (montelukast) two years ago. zyrtec does not help me. symptoms persist and now i also have chest tightness and i squeek when i breathe at night.

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Dr. Joram Seggev
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Agree : Agree with both answers. From what you describe you probably have seasonal asthma that is not controlled on what you are taking and you need to receive appropriate prescription medication.
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Dr. Thomas Johnson
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I : I recommend that you see a provider and receive appropriate therapy.
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