What is the best allergy medicine with no side effects?

These antihistamines are much less likely to cause drowsiness:

• Cetirizine (Zyrtec, Zyrtec Allergy)
• Desloratadine (Clarinex)
• Fexofenadine (Allegra, Allegra Allergy)
• Levocetirizine (Xyzal, Xyzal Allergy)
• Loratadine (Alavert, Claritin)

Which allergy pill has the least side effects?

Research suggests that fexofenadine is the least sedating of the newer antihistamines. According to drug safety monitoring reports, loratadine and fexofenadine are less likely to cause sedation than cetirizine.

Is it OK to take allergy pills everyday?

The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) currently recommends those using antihistamines for allergies to take them every day — instead of only when symptoms flare up — to maximize their benefits.

What is the best non-drowsy antihistamine?

Based on consumer reviews, Alavert 24-Hour Non-Drowsy Allergy Relief is the best non drowsy allergy medicine available today. Containing 10mg of loratadine per tablet, this synthetic antihistamine has been developed to provide 24 hour of lasting relief against the symptoms of allergies.

What are the side effects of allergy pills?

Side Effects. Most allergy medications have side effects, with drowsiness the most common reported for antihistamines, although dry mouth and nausea are among other possibilities. Decongestants can also have central nervous system effects, including dizziness, difficulty sleeping, high blood pressure, anxiety, rapid heartbeat and restlessness.

Is it safe to take an antihistamine daily?

In brief: Yes, but… For most cases of mild allergies, taking a daily dose of antihistamine is fine. If you are taking a sedating antihistamine to help with your insomnia, the effect of these will wear off. Over-the-counter sleep aids have antihistamines or melatonin (already taking).

What is an allergy medication?

An allergy medication is a medicine also known as anantihistamine and is being used to treat allergy symptoms. Allergy medications may also be available as pills, liquids, inhalers, nasal sprays, eyedrops, skin creams, and injections.