Tween: 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...
Zyrtec
Asked by G.A. from Tyler
on October 17, 2007
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I have a 20 month old who has been on Singulair for allergies. His doctor changed him to Zyrtec yesterday. He took his first dose last night. It seemed to make him ...
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- My almost 9 year old son has been on zyrtec since he was a year old. With his age and weight now he takes 1 tsp every night and an additional teaspoon in the morning o...
- My son has really bad allergies to dust mite, egg and cats and we haven't given him any of the medications the doctors have prescribed because we've seen too many of t...
- Hi Barbara, I have a 2 1/2 year old son that took Zyrtec as well for allergies. The first and only dose we gave him made him very sleepy and almost zombie-like. H...
Claritin vs Zyrtec for 3 Year Old
Asked by J.S. from Chicago
on November 18, 2008
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Just curious on what other moms think of claritin or zyrtec for a child. My daughter will be 3 next month and we are trying to figure out what works best on her. Her a...
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- I have a 3 1/2 year old and zyrtec works really well for her. She uses a 1 1/2 tsp dose as per her pediatrician.
- Take her to a specialist and work very closely with him/her to find out what is best for your child. Medications and kids can be a become a very tricky and sticky sit...
- Claritin works great for my 7 year old and my 11 year old and forme! I tried the zyrtec and it made me SOOOOOOOOOOO tired as well as depressed. I don't reccomend it. I...
Good Medicine "That Works" for a 10 Year Old
Asked by K.L. from Merced
on October 23, 2008
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My 10 year old son as had a stuffy nose for a month now. I've tried different sinus/cold/allergy meds and nothing is working! Does anyone have a favorite that works fo...
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- I concur it sounds like possible allergies. Take him to the doc and get him checked out. They can do blood test and scratch tests to find out what he's allergic to. ...
- Pedia Care Gentle Vapors night lights work well to help clear nasal passages at night so they sleep better. I give my kids Loratadine for allergies. Make sure you do...
- Dear K., I just mentioned this in a different post. Try Vick's Vapo-Rub. Rub some on your son's chest under his t-shirt. It really does help with congestion and so...
My 10 Year Old and Her Allergies
Asked by M.S. from Chicago
on June 1, 2011
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My 10 year old daughter has seasonal allergies. She takes Zyrtec every morning. It does help her her stuffy nose, but her eyes are still very itchy. The Zyrtec does...
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- I have itchy allergy eyes. Eye doctor recommended Naphcon drops. They don't sting, they make the itchy eyeballs stop. My son uses them also. I do notice that...
- If she can stand allergy eye drops they work wonders. My daughter also takes zyrtec year round (I am on zyrtecD AS well as flucotisol nasal spray) When there is an o...
- Ask her allergist for prescription eye drops. Also remind her not touch her face when she's outside and to wash her hands when she comes in.
Advair, Singular, Prednisone TOO Many Meds for My 11 Year Old? Need Advise Pleas
Asked by M.S. from Chicago
on March 19, 2010
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Hi ladies!! I have to start by thanking you for always being so supportive and informative every time I ask a question here. From my heart....thank you....!! Here I am...
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- S., I can't address whether or not your daughter needs those meds. But I can help you with safe nontoxic cleaning and laundry products and supplements if you are i...
- when you can't breath nothing else matters. if you child has asthma and may have possible aggression (you mentioned), don't you think they'd feel aggressive if they c...
- Hi S. - as someone who has been where your daughter is, I'm really sorry she is going through this. When asthma flares, it is often difficult to control and requires ...
Extended Sickness in 12 Year Old
Asked by T.B. from Eau Claire
on December 21, 2010
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My 12 year old son has been sick with cold like symptoms since before Thanksgiving. He doesn't run a fever, but has the runny nose, upset stomach, cough, etc. At wha...
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- sounds like allergies to some of whatever has fallen from the tress for winter. If none of the over the counter allergy meds for kids are working on him you may as we...
- My husband & I were both exposed to someone who was sick last week. He got diareah & the "throw-ups" & was really sick for 2 days. I took zinc & a couple of oregano ...
- Sounds like an allergy. Did you try Claratin? If it helps its an allergy.
Allergies
Asked by L.W. from Sherman
on April 13, 2008
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Hi Everyone! I have a 21 month old with terrible allergies just like me. The doctor prescirbed Zyrtec for him in the morning. The only problem is that it changes hi...
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- I have noticed this with my kids also. I am using Claratin now and it seems to work as well on the allergies without the behavior problems (my kiddos are 3 and 5).
- Hi L.... The 1st thing I would do is call the doctor and let him/her know what is going on. There are MANY more allergy medications that they can give your son. My...
- We were advised to rid our home of toxic cleaning/bath products to help our now 7 year old. We went GREEN and the rest is history! It's been the best thing we've ever...
Allergy Relief
Asked by D.S. from Houston
on March 3, 2009
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My four year old is suffering from allergies....eyes watering....swollen...itching and sneezing. He looks miserable. The dr. has suggested a 1/2 tsp of zyrtec twice a ...
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- Hi there. Our 4 yo daughter suffered terribly like your child. About a month ago she woke up covered in hives also. We took her to Urgent Care and the doc said it was ...
- Zyrtec is awesome! But if you aren't a great fan of all the meds I have found that Vicks really helps to get rid of the congestion..
- My doctor recomended a pharmaceutical grade multivitamin for me and it has been a blessing for the past four years! My allergies have not shown symptoms at all! There ...
Skin Care for 10 Year Old
Asked by K.W. from Chattanooga
on March 20, 2008
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My Granddaughter has rough bumps on her face and the back of her arms. Description: red bumps and some have whiteheads, feels like sand paper. The doctor says nothin...
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- I got something similar after giving birth. My doctor said it was clogged pores and to exfoliate. I used an exfoliating wash in the shower once a week and they eventu...
- try Mary Kay acne cream.. it is only 7.00 and has remarkable results! Good luck!
- I was told those bumps on the back of the arm is extra dry skin. I have found a safer, natually based lotion that works wonders on stuff like that! It's great for ex...
