Pharmacist Recommended Products for Multi-symptoms Allergy
Allergies can trigger sneezing, runny nose, itchy/watery eyes, nasal congestion, and throat irritation. Choosing the right antihistamine depends on whether you need fast relief, nighttime support, or a non-drowsy option for daytime use.
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If you need stronger antihistamines, choose diphenhydramine, doxylamine, cetirizine, or levocetirizine—though some sedation is expected depending on individual tolerance.
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For a once-daily, non-drowsy morning option, fexofenadine (Allegra®) or loratadine (Claritin®) are best.
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Always match your choice to your lifestyle—nighttime relief vs. daytime alertness—and avoid doubling up unless recommended by your healthcare provider.
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​​Benadryl® (Diphenhydramine)
Unisom® (Doxylamine Succinate)
Xyzal® 24 Hour (Levocetirizine)
Allegra® 24 Hour (Fexofenadine)
Claritin® 24 Hour (Loratadine)
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Sedating Antihistamines
Benadryl® Allergy Ultratabs (Diphenhydramine) – Fast-acting first-generation antihistamine that relieves sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, and hives. Strongly sedating, best used at night or when rest is possible.
Unisom® SleepTabs (Doxylamine Succinate 25 mg) – A sedating antihistamine that eases nighttime allergy symptoms (sneezing, congestion, post-nasal drip) while promoting deeper sleep. Reserved for evening use due to next-day drowsiness risk.
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Second-Generation Antihistamines (Mild or Low Sedation)
Zyrtec® 24 Hour (Cetirizine) – Works within about an hour and provides full-day control of allergy symptoms. May cause mild drowsiness in some users.
Xyzal® Allergy 24HR (Levocetirizine) – Active isomer of cetirizine, offering faster onset and steady 24-hour relief. Generally low sedation risk, but some people may still feel drowsy.
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Non-Drowsy Antihistamines (Best for Daytime)
Allegra® 24 Hour (Fexofenadine) – True non-drowsy option, strong relief for both seasonal and year-round allergies without affecting alertness.
Claritin® 24 Hour (Loratadine) – A daily, non-sedating antihistamine effective for sneezing, runny nose, and itchy/watery eyes.
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