Is there a generic brand for Allegra-D?

A generic version of Allegra-D 12 Hour Allergy & Congestion is available, see fexofenadine/pseudoephedrine prices.

Can you buy generic Allegra?

A generic version of Allegra is also available over the counter, sold as fexofenadine.

Does Allegra 12 hour make you drowsy?

With Allegra, you’ll get the fastest‡ non-drowsy relief from your allergy symptoms. It starts working in just one hour—that’s two times faster than Claritin. Unlike Zyrtec§, Allegra is an antihistamine brand with an active ingredient that doesn’t cause drowsiness.

Which is better Allegra-D 12 hour or 24 hour?

The plain Allegra is also available in 24 and 12 hour doses, but the 24 hour dose actually contains three-times more medicine than the 12 hour dose (180 mg vs. 60 mg). Allegra is almost as strong as Zyrtec, but far less sedating. Claritin is the least effective of the three.

Is generic Allegra as good as name brand?

No. Generic medications are just as effective as brand-name drugs. According to the FDA, drug makers must prove that generic medications can be substituted for brand-name drugs and offer the same benefits as their brand-name counterparts.

What is equivalent to Allegra?

Allegra Allergy (fexofenadine) does ease allergy symptoms, and it’s less likely than some other antihistamines to cause drowsiness. But the same is true for loratadine, a drug available under the brand name Claritin that’s also sold as a generic or store brand for much less than Allegra Allergy.

Is it better to take Allegra in the morning or at night?

Allegra can be taken at night or in the morning, depending on which time of day you experience the worst symptoms. If you experience worse allergy symptoms at night or early in the morning, you can try taking Allegra in the evening. If you experience worse symptoms throughout the day, you can take it in the morning.

What is comparable to Allegra?

Allegra and Claritin are both effective at relieving symptoms of allergic rhinitis compared to using no medication at all. However, Claritin has been shown to provide more overall symptom relief compared to Allegra. It has also been shown to provide overall relief faster than Allegra.

Is Allegra-D better than Zyrtec?

Is Allegra or Zyrtec more effective? A study looked at 495 patients with seasonal allergies and compared Allegra 180 mg daily to Zyrtec 10 mg daily for two weeks. Both drugs were found to be equally effective in treating allergy symptoms, and Allegra was found to cause less drowsiness than Zyrtec.

Is it OK to take Allegra everyday?

Experts say, it’s usually okay. “Taken in the recommended doses, antihistamines can be taken daily, but patients should make sure they do not interact with their other medications,” says Sandra Lin, MD, professor and vice director of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at John Hopkins School of Medicine.

What kind of allergy medicine is Allegra D?

Allegra-D ( fexofenadine with pseudoephedrine) is an antihistamine combined with the same active ingredient as Sudafed. It is used to treat seasonal allergies and relieve nasal congestion and sinus pressure.

Are there any side effects to taking Allegra-D 12 Hour?

Do not take Allegra-D 12 Hour (fexofenadine and pseudoephedrine) for longer than you were told by your doctor. Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how Allegra-D 12 Hour (fexofenadine and pseudoephedrine) affects you.

What’s the lowest price for Allegra-D over the counter?

It is used to treat seasonal allergies and relieve nasal congestion and sinus pressure. It is sold over the counter, and a generic version is also available. The lowest GoodRx price for the most common version of generic Allegra-D is around $11.75, 38% off the average retail price of $19.20.

How old do you have to be to take Allegra D?

Use is not recommended in infants and children up to 12 years of age. In children 12 years of age and older, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems than it does in adults. Do not give any over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicine to a baby or child under 4 years of age.