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I had a stuffy nose on and off for few weeks now is it allergies i normal don't get allergies? i just took claritin (loratadine) to see if that helps how long till claritin (loratadine) to kick in?

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Dr. David Earle answered

Some relief: Any medication takes 4 doses to reach a steady state on the blood stream, so for a once a day medication, you'll need four days. That doesn't mean you won't see relief sooner, and should should see some relief on day one, but give it a week or so to see the best effect. Hope this helps!

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Answered 5/12/2015

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A member asked:

I had a stuffy nose on and off for few weeks now is it allergies i normal don't get allergies? i just took claritin (loratadine) to see if that helps how long till claritin (loratadine) to kick in?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Earle answered

Dr Levine agreed

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