Yes Zyrtec requires an RX and the OTC are ok, benadryl still the best but not for certain health problems HBP, heart etc. If you use OTC sleep-aids don't waste your $$$ for the same ingredient is in Benadryl. Also anytime you see a non-drowsy allergy pill that's an oxymoron for it will not work being the ingredient in it will always make you sleepy. Best one in that regard is Clarinex but also requires an RX.
Also, yes generic OTC's meds work just the same
THANKS TONS.
I try to have 3-4 varieties that I can trade off and on with because of habituation every 90 days or so.
Will get to the VA for a prescrip. Thanks.
And it's been my experience physicians will hand you a handful of samples of allergy tablets if you indicate you are having problems and want to try different brands without buying a whole bottle... That way you can determine which brand actually works best for you. The pharmaceutical companies dole out tons of freebies to doctors. Does anyone really ask their doctor for a certain brand after seeing a commercial or looking at a magazine ad? No wonder our prescriptions cost so much!