Loratadine makes me drowsy, should I try cetirizine?!


Question: Loratadine makes me drowsy, should I try cetirizine!?
I've tried takting loratadine for my pollen allergies, it works but I get very drowsy in the afternoon (even though I take it in the morning)!. It's so bad that I have trouble concentrating on my work!.

I've read that loratadine is supposed to be the antihistamine that don't make you drowsy and that cetirizine is actually worse!. Is there any use for me to try it anyway to see if it's better!?Www@Answer-Health@Com


Answers:
Antihistamines in order of least to worst sedating:
Loratadine
Fexofenadine
Cetirizine
Benadryl

People are different, so you may not find Cetirizine sedating!.

Have you tried something like a nasal steroid spray!? This can be just as effective, with fewer side effects!.Www@Answer-Health@Com

i am taking Claritine, it's very effective!. in my line of work as an emergency technician in a power utility company i must be always alert at all times!.Www@Answer-Health@Com





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