According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, more than 50 million people in the US experience allergies each year.
Generally, 3 out of 4 oral products contain animal derived ingredients. It becomes an arduous task to find over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription pharmaceuticals and supplements that are completely animal-free.
Most over-the-counter allergy relief antihistamine products (Allegra, Claritin, Zyrtec) are not vegan friendly.
However, below is a list of popular products that VeganMed has researched to be Animal-Free.
GenCare's Allergy Relief ✓ CERTIFIED Animal Free
Children's Zyrtec Allergy Syrup ✓ Verified Animal Free
Children’s Allegra 12 Hour Liquid ✓ Verified Animal Free
Allegra 60mg 12 Hour Tablets ✓ Verified Animal Free
Allegra 180mg 24 Hour Tablets ✓ Verified Animal Free
Allegra-D 12 Hour Tablets ✓ Verified Animal Free (buy at the Pharmacy only)
Allegra-D 24 Hour Tablets ✓ Verified Animal Free (buy at the Pharmacy only)
Genexa Allergy Care ✓ Verified Animal Free
If you can’t find something, contact us and we can work with our compounding pharmacies to possibly make you an animal-free product.
If you like what we are doing...
Then please contact us with your comments and let us know if you support the use of our independent Animal Free Certification on medications and supplements.
Sign this petition encouraging clear labeling of medications and supplements.
Research credit: Saj Gowani and Angelica Marquez
Disclaimer: The product and/or information provided on VeganMed is of a general nature and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We do not lab test the products to confirm that they are free from animal ingredients, and it is possible that the formulation and ingredients could have changed. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or product. The information provided in this post is accurate and up to date as of the date it was written. However, please note that circumstances and facts may change over time, and new information may become available that could alter the accuracy or relevance of the content. We encourage readers to verify and cross-reference any information provided here with trusted sources or consult relevant professionals for the most current and accurate updates
Looking for certified and verified animal-free products?
Thank you for your awareness and concern for animal-derived ingredients!
As a reminder, please comment on our FDA Citizen Petition, requesting clear labeling of animal-derived ingredients in medications. Together, we can make a difference.
If you have any further questions about ingredients in your medicines and supplements, feel free to reach out to the VeganMed team!