Is there a generic version of Xyzal?

Xyzal is available in both prescription (as generic only) and OTC form (as both brand and generic).

What is Xyzal prescribed for?

Levocetirizine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing. It is also used to relieve itching and hives. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction.

What is generic for Allegra?

Generic Name: fexofenadine Fexofenadine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction.

Why is xyzal taken at night?

Why should I take XYZAL at night? Use as directed and take XYZAL at night to relieve allergy symptoms while you sleep, you get a better night’s sleep and wake up refreshed for a more productive day ahead.

Is there a cheaper version of Allegra?

About Allegra A generic version of Allegra is also available over the counter, sold as fexofenadine. The lowest GoodRx price for the most common version of generic Allegra is around $7.38, 49% off the average retail price of $14.60.

Are Zyrtec and Allegra the same?

Allegra is a brand name for the drug fexofenadine and Zyrtec is a brand name for the drug cetirizine.

Does xyzal make you gain weight?

Antihistamines may also increase appetite, which can cause weight gain. Anecdotally, people using Xyzal (levocetirizine)—an antihistamine similar to Zyrtec (cetirizine)—they have noticed they have put on extra pounds, which is what a very small percentage of patients who used the drug during trials experienced.

Is xyzal the same as Zyrtec?

Zyrtec for Allergy Relief. Xyzal (levocetirizine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine) are both antihistamines. Xyzal is produced by Sanofi, and Zyrtec is produced by a division of Johnson & Johnson. They’re both marketed as providing relief from the symptoms of allergies.