Which parenteral antihistamines have sedative effects that are classified as low to none? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
b. Clemastine (Tavist Allergy)
c. Desloratadine (Clarinex)
d. Fexofenadine (Allegra)
e. Loratadine (Claritin)
ANS: C, D, E
Desloratadine, fexofenadine, and loratadine all have sedative effects classified as low to none. Cetirizine and clemastine have moderate sedative effects.
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