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Do antihistamines and decongestants cancel each other out if taken at the same time?
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No: Since antihistamine does not provide decongestion (although it does reduce itching, runny nose, and sneezing), it is often combined with a decongestant. Overall ,nasal steroid works much better than these pills.
Answered 4/30/2016
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No: they work together to relieve symptoms
Answered 4/30/2016
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