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need advice

by txmom281, Apr 14, 2009 08:30AM
hello I have a 10 year old and a 8 year old the both are have a severe allergy attack sneezing water eyes running and stuffy nose any suggestions on what i can give them that will not make them sleepy?
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by Tammy2009, Apr 14, 2009 11:05AM
you can try claritin, aerius,zrytec aren't suppose to be drowsy.  

by Bhupinder Kaur, MD, Apr 14, 2009 09:14PM
To: txmom281
Hello,
You seem to be having allergic rhinitis. You can take OTC anthistaminics like benadryl or zyrtec.You can also use some nasal decongestants but use them for a few days only.Corticosteroids nasal sprays can also be used. You can also use saline nasal sprays or steam inhalation at home.Another effective agent that is available by prescription is cromolyn sodium. In severe cases, Immunotherapy is advised.

Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted.

by greenearth, Apr 15, 2009 10:52PM
To: txmom281
You could try CounterAct Allergy med.  It's about $5.00 Cheaper than Claritin and will provide 24 hour relief without drowsiness.
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