Question:
I think i have an allergy to mold all the symptoms seem to fit plus i live in a basement that floods when it rains. It rained last saturday and from then on this whole week i feel like ive been living in my own bubble, and my symptoms have gotten worse. I have some alavert medicine here. The recommendation is one pill per 24 hours. I want to take 2 pills, i am very frustrated with my symptoms. I want to know if this is a safe thing to do. Alavert contains: Loratadine 10mg and also phenylalanine-8.4 mg. I am a 22 year old female. I am in good health, am not overweight, don`t smoke or have liver damage. Over a year ago I stopped taking Accutane. The back of the Alavert box says that taking more than the recommended amount may cause drowsiness. I dont mind drowsiness as i am trying to go to sleep now anyways. How much can i take of this over the counter drug?
Answer:
Alavert is a one once daily medicine. You should not take more than 10 mg of loratadine in any 24 hour period.
If this product is not working, contact your doctor. There are lots of prescription treatment options available. You may require a prescription strength antihistamine or other therapy. Make sure you mention that your having a hard time falling asleep.
Thank you for your question.
