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Is Xyzal Or Celestamine Better For Treatment Of Allergic Rhinitis?

Which is better to take xyzal or celestamine for allergic rhinitis? I have allergic rhinitis, since it s already autumn in my area. I currently take Xyzal but there also days when my lips would swell because of dryness and itchiness. I usually take Celestamine for dryness and itchiness usually caused by my food allergy.
Mon, 14 Nov 2016
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Hi!

Xyzal is better for the treatment of allergic rhinitis.

Xyzal is a second generation less sedating antihistamine (Levocetirizine) which is the most effective and safer medicine for the treatment of allergic rhinitis.

Celestamine contains a potent steroid Betamethasone & and a sedating antihistamine Dexchlorphenamine maleate.

Betamethasone use may be associated with certain harmful side effects such as stomach ulcer, increased blood glucose, increased BP, thinning of the bones, delayed wound healing, an increased risk of opportunistic infections, skin discoloration, thin and fragile skin, abdominal distention, etc.

Dexchlorphenamine may cause excessive drowsiness, dry mouth, blurring of the vision, increased heart beats, constipation and retention of urine.

Since Xyzal is not associated with the side effects as described above hence it is a better choice than Celestamine.

Hope these answer your query.
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Is Xyzal Or Celestamine Better For Treatment Of Allergic Rhinitis?

Hi! Xyzal is better for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Xyzal is a second generation less sedating antihistamine (Levocetirizine) which is the most effective and safer medicine for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Celestamine contains a potent steroid Betamethasone & and a sedating antihistamine Dexchlorphenamine maleate. Betamethasone use may be associated with certain harmful side effects such as stomach ulcer, increased blood glucose, increased BP, thinning of the bones, delayed wound healing, an increased risk of opportunistic infections, skin discoloration, thin and fragile skin, abdominal distention, etc. Dexchlorphenamine may cause excessive drowsiness, dry mouth, blurring of the vision, increased heart beats, constipation and retention of urine. Since Xyzal is not associated with the side effects as described above hence it is a better choice than Celestamine. Hope these answer your query.