Ruth R asked:


I have pollen-triggered asthma only in the spring, and my doctor prescribed Singulair for me. Only problem is, my insurance won’t cover it, and it costs $100+. My parents are having a really difficult time financially right now and can’t afford it, and because I actually HAVE insurance, I don’t qualify for the Merck Prescription Discount Program. I have an albuterol inhaler, but it works for barely half an hour (if that), and I’ve heard that it’s bad for you if you use it more than once a day.

I was wondering if there was any other, less expensive alternative medicine than Singulair, because I’m suffering terribly and not being able to breathe is keeping me up all night and interfering with my daily routines.

Thanks

Toad asked:


Clartin, singulair doesn’t seem to work at all, but benadryl puts me to sleep.

Any suggestions for a good allergy medication? I kind of enjoy benadryl sometimes but I want to have something less sedating.