How long does it take Claritin to work when taken daily?
Saturday, August 28th, 2010 at
6:07 pm
Our 2 1/2 year old has severe chronic hives(allergies too but he takes the meds for constant hives). He was taking Zyrtec daily but began having headaches. Since this was the most likely culprit we switched to Claritin. It has only been 2 days but he is breaking out worse than ever. Last night it was so bad his lips and nose were swollen. Will it take a few days for the full effect or is this just not working as well?
We switched per already seeing his pedi.
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its probly not working well if it has been a couple of days, you may want to bring him to a doctor they could give you a cream or a medication that would help his hives faster
I think it’s just not working as well. When I was like 10 or 11 I was given claritin for my sinuses and within the day I was feeling better. I just don’t think it’s working and you might need something perscribed. So I would call a doctor.
Stop the claritin. Facial swelling indicates being allergic to that.
Claritin should work quick, I took it this am. I have dyshidrotic eczema and the itchiness and peeling on the palms of my hands was unbearable. Considerable improvement maybe 50 percent.
Do you have atarax? Have you tried benadryl? Have you tried calendula ointment?
The calendula I also used this am.