Claritin vs Zyrtec
 | Claritin |  | Zyrtec |  |
| This medication is an antihistamine that treats symptoms such as itching, runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing from "hay fever" and other allergies. It is also used to relieve itching from hives. Loratadine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat a serious allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis). Therefore, if your doctor has prescribed epinephrine to treat allergic reactions, always carry your epinephrine injector with you. Do not use loratadine in place of your epinephrine. If you are self-treating with this medication, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. (See also Precautions section.) Do not use this medication in children younger than 6 years unless directed by the doctor. | Cetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Cetirizine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat a serious allergic reaction (such as anaphylaxis). Therefore, if your doctor has prescribed epinephrine to treat allergic reactions, always carry your epinephrine injector with you. Do not use cetirizine in place of your epinephrine. | |||
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| Add Claritin review eyes are watery as soon a I take this I am fine for a couple days..Allergic conjuctivitis No My 9 year old son has had terrible mood swings, anxiety, and depression while taking this medication! | Add Zyrtec review I have been taking the generic form of Zyrtec for almost a year,I must say it has been effective in reducing my symptoms of indoor and outdoor allergies but at a cost. Within the last two months I increased my dose to 10mg in morning and 10mg at night,it wasn't until then that the side effects became more evident,chronic fatigue, weight gain,depression,anger,sleep disturbances. I asked myself what could possibly be causing this? It dawned on me could it be the Zyrtec? Sure was. Zyrtec is a mild sedative and when taken twice a day it stores in the body and mimics symptoms of a moderate sedative. I have been off five days so far,and have been itching at spontaneous times all over my body. I decided to comment on this terrible drug and will try to update my quitting Zyrtec cold turkey status when I can. The Pharmacy, for some reason unknown to me, first gave me Singular when I was actually prescribed Zyrtec. I have been on the Zertec now for about a week and so far I have noticed no difference in the itching that I have. The itches is the worst when I am trying to sleep. I am going to give it some time and see what happens but I do have a feeling that the itching may be more psychological than allergy related so I am not really expecting it to work. I am, however, happy to report that I have had absolutely no side effects from taking this medication. Ive been taking citirizine for almost 6 months.I havent experienced any of the side effects other reviewrs have.But It gives me difficulty swallowing somewhat..as if my throat has a lump inside .Nobody has mentioned about having this. | |||
