Reviews about Allergy Medicine

suzaroon says "Zyrtec User for the last 9 years!" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

suzaroon — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 03:51:41 GMT

I've used this product since it was fairly new and have been waiting YEARS for it to become generic---who would have thought it would go from generic to OTC all in the same month! I'm glad it is now OTC and I hope it will help other allergy suffers now. Some may say it causes them to be drowsy, I've never had this bother me, but I take my dose each night before I go to sleep, so I've never noticed that as a problem (not like taking a Benadryl, etc.).

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pollengrl says "zyrtec OTC is NOT the same!" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

pollengrl — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 01:58:59 GMT

The folks at Zyrtec got this one WRONG! The OTC version does not work like the prescription! I'd been on the 'script version for about 13 years with much success! I couldn't go more than a day without it. Now, with the OTC version, my nose is constantly running, watery eyes, itchy... you name it... And one of my co-workers just made the same remark so we went online and now realize that we are not the only ones.

Anyone have a suggestion?... I've tried adding other types of allergy meds inc. Flonase and Advair, but the side effects were worse than the problem I was trying to treat. I was short of breath... extreme dry mouth... blah blah blah. Love Me.

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kmwright says "Zyrtec works, but not any better than most other brands" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

kmwright — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:46:02 GMT

I have suffered from seasonal allergies all my life and I've tried everything. I was taking Claritin when someone recommended Zyrtec. It's significantly more expensive and I haven't had any different results than with Claritin. Don't get me wrong, it does work, but I still have constant symptoms and I don't think I got my money's worth....

gidget626 says "Zyrtec eliminates the sneezing and itching." about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

gidget626 — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 02:48:29 GMT

Zyrtec is the only allergy medication that I have tried that doesn't cause drowsiness and actually keeps all of my allergy symptoms away for a full 24 hours. Without Zyrtec I would have red, itchy, watery eyes anytime I stepped outside or came near a cat. There would be sneezing and itching around my nose and an occasional sore throat.

The small size of the tablet makes it much easier to take on a daily basis along with my other medications. I have also found that the store brands of Zyrtec work just as well as the name brand, saving me a great deal of money each month.

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Katrena says "My kids can smell the roses with Nasonex" about Schering Corporation Nasonex Nasal Spray

Katrena — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 05:39:55 GMT

As with any medication, please consult your healthcare provider before using Nasonex.

Nasonex Nasal Spray has made a big difference in my children's allergy symptoms. They are now ages 6 and 4. This is a once a day nasal spray in a bottle that contains 120 metered sprays. If prescribed one squirt in each nostril once a day, that translates into a 2 month supply.

A great benefit of this nasal spray is that children as young as 2 years can use it. My kids have allergy symptoms all year, just as I do. We would probably be allergic to a Chia Pet if we had one.

This is not a quick fix product. It can take up to two weeks to get the full benefit of Nasonex. That's the nature of corticosteroids. When used on a regular basis, prescription Nasonex does not cause a rebound effect like some of the over-the-counter nasal sprays. A rebound effect happens when a product causes the opposite effect after a certain number of days of use.

My kids haven't experienced problems with side effects from this medication,...

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janiek86 says "This works quickly" about Flonase Nasal Spray

janiek86 — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:17:15 GMT

I have used Flonase for a while now. It works great. It opens my sinuses almost immediately. Just occassionally in the winter if |I dont run the humidifier I will get an occasional nose bleed. This far outways the sinus headaches and the breathing issues....

classypoise says "Better than Claritin, Zyrtec treats more allergies!" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

classypoise — Sun, 11 May 2008 21:08:54 GMT

Zyrtec just went OTC! As the commercials say, it really does work 2x as fast as Claritin and targets more allergies! As a person working closely with medications, I would recommend Zyrtec to allergy sufferers who are not getting their relief from Claritin....

jinxstone says "It's so nice to be able to smell and breathe!" about Flonase Nasal Spray

jinxstone — Sun, 11 May 2008 00:35:20 GMT

Being suscribed Flonase made my life better on a daily basis! Using it once a day has made it easy for me to own cats and live in my dusty home. I'm definitely not a fan of nose sprays but I am willing to make an exception for this one!! It's also pretty inexpensive and lasts for a month so I am able to afford it each month (always a plus)....

ginaqueena says "Zyrtec saved my sanity!" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

ginaqueena — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 16:30:29 GMT

I was in Murano, Italy, staying right on the Grand canal. It was very moist in the apartment I had rented, with the accompaning slight mold odor, even tho everything was fresh and clean. I am very allergic to mold, I get migraines from prolonged or extreme exposure. The second day I started getting migraine symptoms, exactly what I didn't want on vacation. I had brought Zyrtec with me, and started taking it immediately along with my migraine medication. What a lifesaver! No more problems for the remainder of my stay. And the slight drowsiness even worked in my favor because of the jet lag. A winning experience from all directions!...

critter says "Not nearly as effective as the original." about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

critter — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 11:09:08 GMT

I was so excited when Zyrtec was able to be purchased over the counter. However, even though it is supposed to be prescription strength, I don't find it nearly as effective as when we were on the prescription zyrtec. As a matter of fact, I have had better luck with Clairitin right now and that surprised even me....

tootie5 says "one of the best allergy drugs I have found." about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

tootie5 — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 04:10:37 GMT

Zyrtec is one of the better allergy drugs I have found. It doesn't last the 24 hors for me probably about 12. Works very well I can not take a decongestant because of epilepsy so I am limited on allergy drugs and Zyrtec works far better than Claritan for me.

I did have to be on Zyrtec for a few weeks before I got the full effect of it.
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p4tner says "The prescription seemed to work better. Did they change the mg?" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

p4tner — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:34:08 GMT

The OTC version seems less potent. I had to take more. Will not buy it again. I had to take more of this than I had planned. That meant I ended up spending more than I wanted to spend. I liked getting this at the pharmacy. I have the same complaint about other anti-histamines in OTC. It is a shame, really. Zyrtec is a good product. The question remains: Why have it OTC if it is not prescription strength?

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Julimg4 says "Good, but not Great" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

Julimg4 — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 15:22:57 GMT

I bought this medicine for myself and family, for around $25.00 dollar.

Oddly, i didnt see much result. I kept taking for awhile, and started getting minimum

result, but still not much.

So my doctor just prescribed me a nasal spray and that worked great.

Over all i would give Zyrtec a 5/10

Could have been better, or maybe it was just me.

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princess0621 says "Clears up sinus preasure faster than any other leading medicine." about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

princess0621 — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 05:06:26 GMT

I love that this is now over the counter. zrtec for me is the only leading allergy medicine that fights all of my allergies. I currently suffer from pollen,mold,pet dander and dust allergies. With this tiny pill it takes them all away. I do however experience dry mouth from it but when you weigh out your options its worth it. I have even been able to find a store generic of this which is cheaper!

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monty777 says "Just call me Sybil" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

monty777 — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 17:24:51 GMT

Not only did I have a terrible reaction to this drug but so did my daughter. Both of us experienced extreme mood swings on this drug. I would rather sneeze all day then be the person I was when I took this medication. I was very moody and also very very tired. Don't recommend this one at all!!!!!!!!

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l-c-marston says "Most dependable allergy medicine available." about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

l-c-marston — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 16:18:33 GMT

For years, I have always been hit hard by allergies whenever I've walked outside, and from a young age, I kept all my windows shut during the spring and summer. If I didn't, I would be sitting on the couch, using up Kleenex boxes left and right. My parents suggested that I use Benadryl, which they had upstairs. Well, suffering through severe allergies with only Benadryl was like trying to put a bandage on to heal an amputation: it didn't do a single thing, and I felt worse after taking the Benadryl.

A few years ago, my doctor suggested that I try Zyrtec after wheezing and gasping all summer (going to camp was a terrible experience that summer, as all I had was over-the-counter medicine that felt even less effective than Benadyrl!). She wrote me a prescription for it, I filled it, and started that night.

The dosage I received was a once-a-day tiny little pill (very easy to swallow). Within about half an hour to 45 minutes, I could feel it kicking in... a short time after that, I could breath......

rarabug says "Never choose another allergy medicine again!" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

rarabug — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:05:52 GMT

I was skeptical to try this allergy medicine when it first came out as an over the counter allergy medicine but from the time that I first took it I have been a believer! This medicine is by far the best allergy medicine on the market, and believe me, I have tried them all. For years I have suffered through the spring and summer months with my allergies, but never again thanks to zyrtec!...

brendas52004 says "No medicine works better on my allergies (pet, outdoor, indoor)" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

brendas52004 — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:56:05 GMT

Zyrtec is the only drug that fights off my allergies for my pets as well as the seasons changing. When I insurance stop covering and I was paying 70.00 a month it hurt the pocket book, but there is NOTHING that compares to it. Im thankful for OTC at 24.00 a month!

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mandakitty says "Wonderful Product!" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

mandakitty — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:10:57 GMT

I have been taking Clariten for a year and with not much luck. I finally heard of Zyrtec and decided to give it a shot. Thank goodness! What a wonderful product. Within two days I have much more energy, my eyes are not watering, and I am not tired! Definitely give this a shot!...

tinalouise33 says "Its the best for all around allergys" about Zyrtec Allergy Medicine

tinalouise33 — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 09:35:50 GMT

I have been taking prescription zyrtec for 5 years now and the nonprescription is the same. It works all day for all of my allergys. I could not go outside without my zyrtec. I had my doubts that the nonprescription zyrtec would be the same as the prescription but it is exactly the same strength. Its actually cheaper than when I received it as a prescription....