Each March/April, usually depending on how far North or South you live, the cool temperatures and in some cases snow turn to warmer temperatures and rain.  With this change comes the Spring bloom and an abundance of new growth and color outdoors.  Accompanying all of this new life are allergens, which can wreak havoc on the lives of over 10% of all Americans who suffer from seasonal allergies.

For those suffering from allergies each year, the symptoms can range from mild to severe. For those who fall victim to severe symptoms like excessive runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, coughing, etc. there are several options available for treatment, and many are available right over the counter.  We’ll profile 3 of those here today.

1.  Benadryl (diphenhydramine)- This is the medication probably most familiar to most of our readers and was the only option available for many years.  The drawback for a portion of its users is drowsiness (note: it is the active ingredient in medications like Tylenol PM and Advil PM).

2.  Claritin (loratadine)- This medication is available in both Brand and generic form and is available for under $10 for a 30 day supply in some stores.  The advantage of this medication is its lack of the “drowsiness” side effect.

3.  Zyrtec (Cetirizine)- This medication is also available in both Brand and generic form for roughly $10 for a 30 day supply.  It is another non-drowsy option that went from being a prescription only medication to an over-the-counter medication just a couple of years ago.

If you would like more specific pricing information on a particular medication, or would like to discuss other prescription only options, contact us at pharmacist@rxsavingsllc.com.

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