Is Allegra and cetirizine same?

Allegra is a brand name for the drug fexofenadine and Zyrtec is a brand name for the drug cetirizine.

What's the difference between Claritin and Allegra?

Other differences: Studies point to Claritin being more effective than Allegra for allergic rhinitis (faster onset of action, more symptom relief) Allegra may provide more eye symptom relief. Studies suggest Allegra may be more effective than Claritin for wheal and flare reactions (an allergic skin reaction).

Is it safe to take Allegra everyday?

Experts say, it's usually okay. “Taken in the recommended doses, antihistamines can be taken daily, but patients should make sure they do not interact with their other medications,” says Sandra Lin, MD, professor and vice director of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at John Hopkins School of Medicine.

Should I take Allegra at night?

Allegra can be taken at night or in the morning, depending on which time of day you experience the worst symptoms. If you experience worse allergy symptoms at night or early in the morning, you can try taking Allegra in the evening. If you experience worse symptoms throughout the day, you can take it in the morning.

Who should not take Allegra?

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. If you are 65 or older, ask a doctor before taking fexofenadine. This medicine may contain phenylalanine.

Should you take Allegra in the morning or night?

Allegra can be taken at night or in the morning, depending on which time of day you experience the worst symptoms. If you experience worse allergy symptoms at night or early in the morning, you can try taking Allegra in the evening. If you experience worse symptoms throughout the day, you can take it in the morning.

Should I take Allegra in the morning or at night?

Allegra can be taken at night or in the morning, depending on which time of day you experience the worst symptoms. If you experience worse allergy symptoms at night or early in the morning, you can try taking Allegra in the evening. If you experience worse symptoms throughout the day, you can take it in the morning.

What is the best time to take Allegra?

Allegra can be taken at night or in the morning, depending on which time of day you experience the worst symptoms. If you experience worse allergy symptoms at night or early in the morning, you can try taking Allegra in the evening. If you experience worse symptoms throughout the day, you can take it in the morning.

Is it bad to take Allegra everyday?

Experts say, it's usually okay. “Taken in the recommended doses, antihistamines can be taken daily, but patients should make sure they do not interact with their other medications,” says Sandra Lin, MD, professor and vice director of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at John Hopkins School of Medicine.

Is it OK to take Allegra everyday?

Experts say, it's usually okay. “Taken in the recommended doses, antihistamines can be taken daily, but patients should make sure they do not interact with their other medications,” says Sandra Lin, MD, professor and vice director of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at John Hopkins School of Medicine.

When should I take Allegra morning or night?

Allegra can be taken at night or in the morning, depending on which time of day you experience the worst symptoms. If you experience worse allergy symptoms at night or early in the morning, you can try taking Allegra in the evening. If you experience worse symptoms throughout the day, you can take it in the morning.

How quickly does Allegra work?

Allegra Allergy starts working one hour after taking the medication. What type of allergy symptoms does Allegra Allergy relieve? Allegra Allergy offers fast,* non-drowsy, 24-hour relief of allergy symptoms including sneezing, runny nose, itchy watery eyes, and itchy nose or throat. *Starts working in one hour.