Pets & Dander: Zyrtec
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Zyrtec
Asked by A.H. from Dallas
on June 15, 2010
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Anyone try Zyrtec for allergies/asthma? I was prescribed some for asthma and I really hate taking meds but if its going to help my asthma then i will try it---- Has ...
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- It works for some and not for others. As with any med. I like Claritin. It works for me. Not for my Mom. I have Asthma. She does too. My Mom's Doc, does not care fo...
- I take Zyrtec for my allergies, and have for several years. I have had 0 reactions or side effects. I am allergic to basically everything, and I have mild asthma (I ...
- I have crazy allergies (my doctor says I'm allergic to the world), and I have used Zyrtec before. While it did help with my allergies, I found that I was WAY too sleep...
Could I Be Allergic to My Dog?
Asked by K.O. from Wichita
on February 19, 2009
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Please help me ladies! I have battled hives on and off. Last spring was the first episode and I think it was caused by stress. I took Zyrtec and although it basical...
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- Unfortunately, you could be allergic to the dog. Sounds likely, actually, if the itchiness began within a month of the dog arriving. Lots of people have allergies to...
- Dear K., This sounds familiar my husband had the same skin issue. We traced it back to dryer sheets. He purchased generic dryer sheets and broke out in hives and a...
- Yes it could be very possible. I got a new dog recently and quickly found out I'm allergic to him, I break out on my wrists and neck. I refuse to get rid of him, ...
Allergic to the Dog?
Asked by S.S. from Portland
on August 9, 2009
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My 18-month old has a pretty-much contiuously runny nose. It usually combined with nasal congestion. Fortunately, it doesn't seem to bother her and it doesn't transf...
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- The test is easy, but you should also thoroughly check the environment. The allergy to a dog is easily treatable, but it is just as likely to be an allergy to dust or ...
- Go to www.NAET.COM to find a practitioner near you. It's a safe, easy, natural way to check for allergies without shots or pills (and to cure them). Not expensive eith...
- It is possible to have her tested. However, my son had to be two before the specialists around here (Oregon) would see him for it. And it's not a fun test... we sat i...
Allergic to Dogs????
Asked by J.E. from Detroit
on March 15, 2011
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My son(5 months old) is allergic to something, his doctor thinks it might be dogs......I have 3, I had them before he was born. He just recently started having symptom...
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- Have him tested to find out if its true or not. If so then deal with it, but right now its very possible he isn't. The Allergist will know what to do if he is indeed...
- Actually, you can have your son allergy tested (via the "scratch tests") anytime after they are born. However, most docs will wait until age 1 or later. But tell your ...
- My hubby went through this when he was born...had so many issues the first year of his life...docs thought it was their dogs...they sent them to a family member's hous...
Breastfeeding and Zyrtec
Asked by M.P. from Sacramento
on April 9, 2008
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Anybody know if it's okay to take Zyrtec daily for allergies if you are breastfeeding?
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- M., According to the zytrec customer care center (phone 1-800-343-7805) it is not recomended for nursing mothers. Amanda
- I'm pretty sure that it passes through milk and is NOT safe to take while nursing or pregnant. I was at the allergist last week, and he suggested either Clairitin duri...
- It is safe, but it also has a propensity to decrease your milk supply. I used it with my dtr and she's a healthy 2 year old now. It did decrease my milk supply a littl...
Zyrtec While Breastfeeding
Asked by K.A. from Dallas
on April 27, 2007
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Hi moms!
My doc today prescribed Zyrtec for some allergy symptoms that I am having. I specifically asked him if it was ok to take while breastfeeding, he said yes....
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- well, almost all drugs taken safely during preg. are safe during nursing and I took Zyrtec during my 1st preg and while nursing my 1st baby as well as for my second pr...
- Hi K.. I'm no doctor! But id check with your pediatrician. I do know Zyrtec is OK for babies over 6 months. My son has been on it for about a little over a month. I'd ...
- I doubt that the danger would be to your baby, but it definately could possibly begin to dry up your milk. Most allergy/cold medications will. If your pediatrician d...
Zyrtec and Breastfeeding
Asked by L.G. from Dallas
on May 20, 2008
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I got the OK from my son's pedi that is was okay for me to take Zyrtec while breastfeeding. I have KILLER allergies! She said she took it herself while breastfeeding. ...
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- L., I took regular Zyrtec the entire time I was pregnant and nursing my second son. I nursed him for 13 months and he is a perfectly healthy, active boy!! The onl...
- I took zyrtec since it came out. I never stopped except in the beginning of last pregnancy and couldn't live without it. son is now 8. He was breastfed also. I think t...
- I took zyrtec while pregnant and while (still) nursing. We didn't notice any side effects. I have asthma induced allergies, so it was easier on both of us to control...
Zyrtec for Kids ?
Asked by A.G. from Dallas
on March 30, 2011
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Our six year old is coming home with swollen eyes, congestion etc and I think it bad allergies. Any suggestions of what one can use for allergies for kids. For me, I t...
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- Claritin is really good for allergies in kids. Benedryl will make him sleepy so I do not suggest that.
- Yep, they make a kids' Zyrtec. My son is 5 and he's been taking it for a couple years. They also make children's Claritin, and kids can get prescribed Allegra. I do...
- yes they have zyrtec for kids my daughter has been on it since a year old. i recently just changed her over to benadryl because i can get the generic for cheaper. it w...
Possibly Allergic to Cats and Dogs
Asked by S.N. from Los Angeles
on December 8, 2008
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Hi Moms - We're going home for the holidays and we're spending 4 days at my aunt's house and she has a cat and a dog. The last time I was there I started sneezing rea...
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- I don't know if it would help in your case, but my mom has a similar allergy to certain dogs dander. If she pets the dog, she must not touch her eyes and has to wash ...
- Also suggest bringing your own bed linens and bath towels. And, you may try a nasal rinse like Neil Med. It looks and feels weird but is a safe way to rinse out your...
- I am allergic to both as well. Personally, I would just stay at a hotel. In my situation it's a must to stay at a hotel when I visit my in-laws who have a cat. The ...
Could I Be Allergic to My Bf's Dog???
Asked by J.M. from Tucson
on September 16, 2010
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My bf has had his dog for 10 months, she is a pitbull and since summer began she has been shedding ALOT! I'm pregnant so I know my immune system isn't as strong as it ...
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- Have him clean the whole house and vacuum it thoroughly...every where the dog steps foot or lies. Meanwhile, the dog is at the groomer or given a thorough bath to get...
- YEP! That is how I get... but around cats. But I have still had cats as pets. You are also pregnant... so I would be REAL careful about taking anything for it. ...
- Sounds like you know the answer....not fun...I know. I am very allergic to dogs, and cats....and if they lick me I start itching really bad. Yuck! Sorry.
