Compare Allegra vs. Claritin-D
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Treats allergy symptoms.
Allegra (fexofenadine) relieves allergy symptoms without making you feel drowsy.
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3.9/ 5 average rating with 24 reviewsforAllegra
Treats allergies and clears up nasal congestion.
Claritin-D (loratadine / pseudoephedrine) relieves allergies and congestion without causing daytime sleepiness but it can keep you up at night.
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3.6/ 5 average rating with 1527 reviewsforClaritin-D
Upsides
- Allegra (fexofenadine) is effective at reducing symptoms for seasonal allergies and chronic hives without significant drowsiness, unlike Benadryl.
- Approved for kids aged 6 months or older.
- Allegra (fexofenadine) comes in many forms, like tablet, liquid, and quick-dissolving tablet.
- This once-daily, single-pill combination conveniently treats congestion and other allergy symptoms.
- It doesn't cause any daytime drowsiness unlike other antihistamines.
- It doesn't require a prescription from your doctor.
Downsides
- Allegra (fexofenadine)'s effectiveness can wear off over time.
- The dose needs to be adjusted for people with kidney problems.
- The decongestant (pseudoephedrine) can make you anxious or your heart race. You may not sleep as well at night.
- Although you don't need a prescription, you do need to show a photo ID to buy this from behind the pharmacy counter.
- It may interfere with how your other medicines work. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before combining with other medicines.
Used for
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Dissolving tablet
- Liquid
- Extended-release pill
Price
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$9.26
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Reviews
24 reviews so far
79%
saidit'sworth it
63%
saiditworked well
0%
saidit'sa big hassle
Have you used Allegra (fexofenadine)?
Leave a review1527 reviews so far
69%
saidit'sworth it
39%
saiditworked well
8%
saidit'sa big hassle
Have you used Claritin-D (loratadine / pseudoephedrine)?
Leave a reviewSide effects
4possible side effects
- Dizziness2%
- Back Pain2%
- Stomach discomfort2%
- Pain in hands/feet2%
12possible side effects
- Headache19%
- Insomnia16%
- Dry mouth14%
- Drowin7%
- Nervousness or anxiety5%
- Dizziness4%
- Indigestion3%
- Nausea3%
- Sore throat3%
- Fatigue3%
- Increased thirst2%
- Loss of appetite2%
Risks and risk factors
- Driving impairment
- Taking with alcohol
- Taking other medicines that make you less alert
- Brain damage from too much phenylalanine
- History of phenylketonuria (PKU)
- High blood pressure
- History of high blood pressure
- Glaucoma
- Restlesness
- History of heart problems
- Overactive thyroid
- Diabetes
- Over age 65
- Difficulty concentrating
- Taking with alcohol
- Taking other medicines that make you less alert