Which meds are safe to take (if any) for people like us who have afib, anybody have any suggestions? Thank You
Safe allergy meds to take with afib - Atrial Fibrillati...
Safe allergy meds to take with afib
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Cetirizine approved by my GP
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As per Buff afly but not sure what it might be called in USA as you have so many different drugs names. .
I’ve recently had patch tested for my potential pacemaker implant. One of the numerous things they said I tested positive for was Cetrizine.
Seeing there were numerous things I tested positive for I am not sure what the eventual outcome will be.
Pete
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I have amended my typos 🙂.
I have multiple skin allergies and have challenged the doctors to assure me that I won’t have an allergic reaction to a pacemaker implant.
So far after 3 years we are no further forward as the pacemaker manufacturers are reluctant to provide info on the components of their products.
Pete
Pete I have to go down this route soon, I have various skin allergies one being to metal, can only wear gold or platinum, do you know if this is a problem.Cassie
As I said I have received no conclusive answers despite investigation is now three years from when my EP first suggested I needed a pacemaker. I also have pressure urticaria so am also concerned from that angle
I too am allergic to metals such as nickel hence my concern.
On a positive note the Dermatology Consultant has said skin allergy does not equal an allergic reaction to a pacemaker.
I am still asking questions.
Pete
In general any antihistamine that doesn't contain a vasoconstrictor like Sudafed or phenylephrine should be safe. Of course atypical reactions can occur with any drugThey're are many subtypes and it would be worth a achat with your pharmacist to see what they recommend
Personally I take Zyrtec in the spring without any problems. Etheral.
I take loratadine for hives, no ill effects
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Loratadine didn't work for me, proof that we are all different. Cetirizine was prescribed by my doctor, and works.
Xyzal works great for me.