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Claritin D to reduce pain level from Fibro

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Tampa, FL

Has anyone else noticed a reduced pain level from taking Claritin D or any oyher sort of antihistamine?

I am trying to rule something out with my own personal experience. You see I deal with multiple health issues, and I have used Claritin D for P.O.I.S. (post orgasmic illness syndrome). I noticed recently when I take an atihistamine at night for P.O.I.S. or allergies my pain level is lower.

I was wondering if anyone else has experienced the same thing, and if you feel your fibro pain level… read more

July 6, 2020
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Members shared experiences with antihistamines like Claritin D and Benadryl reducing fibromyalgia pain, with several connecting this relief to... Read more

Members shared experiences with antihistamines like Claritin D and Benadryl reducing fibromyalgia pain, with several connecting this relief to histamines causing inflammation from food allergies, environmental triggers, or Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). One member described significant improvement by taking both an H1 antihistamine (Claritin) and an H2 antihistamine (Pepcid AC) twice daily, reporting reduced pain in joints, fewer headaches, and increased energy within days, while others found relief through sinus washes and managing chronic sinusitis. A recurring theme was curiosity about the connection between histamine response and fibromyalgia symptoms, with members sharing articles about MCAS as a potential underlying cause and encouraging each other to experiment with antihistamine protocols while navigating the challenges of multiple overlapping conditions.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I read an article that says Mast Cell Activation syndrome (MCAS) can cause fibromyalgia. Since I've always been allergic to "everything" I decided to see if that was my issue. The treatment is pretty simple: I started by taking an H1 antihistamine- Claritin (or you can use Allegra, Zyrtec, just Google it.) After 1 week my fibro symptoms were turned way down, my jaw stopped hurting and my headaches went away. Then I added in an H2 antihistamine (Pepcid AC) and started taking both twice a day. After three days I feel like a new person. My knees and shoulders stopped hurting, my energy is way up, back to normal. The only symptom I have left is a little stiffness in hips when standing. Here is the article: https://www.vitality101.com/health-a-z/fibro-se...

BTW MCAS is also suspected in POIS, as well as IBS, POTS, exercise anaphylaxis, and more.

June 16, 2023
A MyFibroTeam Member

Thanks @A MyFibroTeam Member. That are article is helpful.

June 20, 2023
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member, how did you stay away from Salicylates? I know I wouldn’t be able to to the Guafenesin Protocol, Salicylates are in so many things....like lotion, shampoo, medications, supplements, topical medications, cosmetics etc. I know I wouldn’t religiously read the labels of anything that goes into my mouth or onto my skin.

July 6, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

I did the Guafenesin protocol to no avail

July 6, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes that’s how they found out mucinex helps Fibro By accident a patient found they felt better after taking it and started the protocol.

July 6, 2020

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