Allergy Treatments
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Allergy Symptoms
Histamines cause coughing, sneezing, itchy eyes and throat, hives and a runny nose. Histamines are produced by your immune system when it comes into contact with a substance that it rejects: it can be dust, pollen, cats and dogs, and practically everything else around you.
Allergy Treatments
Allegra
Allegra is an antihistamine only available by prescription. Allegra does not cross the brain barrier, so does not cause drowsiness like older antihistamines. It is also safer as it has fewer counter-indications than other antihistamines. It can still work against other drugs dangerously under certain circumstances so you must consult a doctor before taking it.
Allegra comes in pill form. Drinking juice to take your Allegra is not recommended as the product will not be as easily absorbed in the body. Antacids do the same. It does have its side effects, such as back pain, fever, coughing, stomach cramps. These side effects often don’t even occur or only in mild form. In rare cases, some patients experience more extreme allergic reactions. Contact your doctor immediately if you develop unusual side effects or strange sensations while taking Allegra.
Benadryl
Benadryl is a first generation, popular and mild antihistamine. It causes extreme drowsiness. You can buy it over the counter and it will fight most allergy symptoms. Also, because of its power to cause drowsiness it can help with motion sickness or sleeping problems. Therefore, it should never be taken at the same time as other sedatives nor should it be taken with alcohol, and one should not drive or operate heavy machinery when taking Benadryl. It is best to take it at night before sleeping.
Benadryl is safe and effective for almost everyone including children, who have their own version of Benadryl available. It is still a good idea to consult a doctor before using Benadryl or other allergy medicines to avoid counteractions with other medications or complications arising from pre-existing conditions.
Breathe Right Saline Nasal Spray
Breathe Right Saline Nasal Spray is a natural remedy for hay fever. The most common symptom of allergies is stuffy or swollen nasal passages, which increase allergy problems. Breathe Right Saline Nasal Spray is a mix of saltwater imitating the body’s balance of salt and water. It softens nasal secretions, helping you to blow your nose easier.
Clearing nasal passages can clean out the irritants that are inhaled through the nose, like pollen.
Containing only salt and water, it is safe to use for both adults and children and you can use it as often as you need it. People suffering from hay fever may be able to prevent allergic reactions entirely by using saline sprays regularly.
It’s always good to check with your doctor before using saline nasal sprays, especially if you are prescribed other medications in nasal spray form at the same time. When speaking to your doctor, mention you are using a saline nasal spray so the doctor is aware that some symptoms of other conditions can be lessened by the saline solution, making them harder to detect. Always speak with your doctor before starting any kind of treatment on your own.
