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A member asked:

My pollen allergies are killing me. i'm taking claritin (loratadine) but its not working well what else can i take that is non drowsy?

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Dr. Peter Karsant answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Pollen: Try zyrtec and you may consider nasal rinses which some people find really helps. See your ENT md.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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