My son has been taking Claritin_D for over a year. He has back and joint pain and has been advised to stop taking it. Last night is the first night he did not take it and he is experiencing the following: his skin feels "weird", his eyes hurt, congestion, irritated throat. Are these symptoms common when you try to go off of this drug?
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Q: What are the side effects of stopping Claritin_D after long-term use?
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11/ 2/09 4:35am
The symptoms you are describing don't sound like withdrawal symptoms; they sound like allergy symptoms, which is to be expected if your son has been taking Claritin-D, as that is an allergy medicine.
But if you have concerns, your best bet is to consult with a doctor who knows your son and can examine him in person.
Best,
Kathi
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