Beta Blockers and Antihistamines

[LENOX]

My significant other moved from Iowa (fairly good air quality) to Nashville TN (one of the countries worst for seasonal allergens) a year ago. Nearly the entire time he's been here he's had the sniffles, a sore throat, cough and/or stuffy nose... all sign that I (a lifetime allergy sufferer) recognize as allergy symptoms. Not much of a problem for me... claritin, triaminic, and the occasional dose of afrin keep me clear... but he is under the impression that ther is NO help for someone on beta blockers for an arrythmia (skipped beats or rapid heat beat). His arrythmia is totally med controlled (not serious enough for a defibrilator)... is there SOMETHING safe he can take for relief? He's a singer and musician... its really hard on his voice...

Lauren

[daffodil60]

I am on a beta blocker--inderal and have been for years for an irregular heart beat.  I am taking "arius" and it is the only one I can take. I do not know whether I have spelled it right but it is a small blue pill you can get at any drugstore for allergies.

[LENOX]

I found a product in Canada marketed under the name Aerius which is marketed in the US  as Clarinex. Do you live in Canada or do I have the wrong product? It lists a RARE sideeffect as tachycardia... have you had any problems with that?

Lauren

[star queen]

I suggest that you visit the local pharmacist.  He/she knows all about drug interactions with both over the counter and prescription medications.  They don't charge you for the consult and this way you may be sure that the choice you make is a safe one.