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Q: Allergy medications?
I have terrible allergies to pollen and grass. I have tried just about everything other than shots and nothing has really helped. Has anyone had allergy shots, and did they help? Any reccomendations on meds?
A: I as well have extremely bad allergies (I am a slave to pollen!) But anyways ask your doctor about the allergy shots. However, these shots do take up alot of time, a fews months actually. First they do tests and stuff to see exactly what you are allergic to then the process of the monthly shots start. But if your’re the type who does not have that type of time on your hands then try asking for prescription drugs. The allergy shots do work though, but it does take a while. I personally use this medicine called Reactin. It works extremely well. I’ve been using it for 3 years now and I finally look foward to springtime. Anyway.. hope this was helpful… Good Luck:)
Q: allergy medications?
I have tried Claritain D. It gives me wierd dreams and doesn’t help my congestion. What other allergy medicain can I try?
A: Best choice is to stay away from them. At least limit your afternoon exposure to them. i believe zyrtec is the best antihistimine to stop the sneezing but different stuff works different for other folks. Singular is the same way, works great for me, An oral cortisoid may help as well, can’t think of the name. Go back to the Dr. and keep asking for samples until you find a program that works for you.
Q: What types of allergy medications are safe to take after gastric bypass surgery?
I had bariatric surgery at the end of April this year. I know I’m not allowed to have certain medications (as it will hurt my stomach). Well, I am suffering more than ever before with my seasonal allergies – it’s crazy! I have Reactine (from last allergy season), but I’m not sure if I can take it? I have been trying to find some literature on the subject, with no luck! Can anyone help me out??
A: If you have major surgery like gastric bypass surgery, especially because it was very recent, I would talk to your doctor. Allergy medications are usually anticholinergics, which dry up the bodies sectrions and make the stomach produce less stomach acid and make changes to your digestive system. Because you have stomach surgery I would not mess with drugs that affect your digestive system.
I would not risk doing over the counter drugs. You don’t have to make a doctors appointment, just give your doctor a call. He/she could just talk to you for a few minutes and get you a prescription.
My advice, call your doctor!
Q: Is it safe to take allergy medications is ur not sure if its even alergies that are causing a stuffy nose?
My nose is seriously stuffy and blowing it only makes it worse!!! I’ve had about enough with it!!! I have a talent show on Friday that I need to sing at..and I can’t do that with a stuffy nose!! Is it safe to take allergy medications if im not even sure if allergies are whats causing it?
A: I think it is, since allergy medication contains antihistimine and most likely the doctors will prescribe that to you anyway
Q: Are there any safe and effective natural alternatives to allergy medications?
My wife suffers from asthma which seems to be triggered mostly by allergies like dust, animals, ragweed, pollen etc. She is currently taking Loratadine (an antihistamine) which helps to keep her allergies/asthma in control. The problem- I don’t trust chemicals. I don’t think they’re safe. (sorry Big Pharma). So my question is, are there any safe and effective natural alternatives to allergy medications such as Loratadine?
A: Only ones that don’t work!
If they worked, they’d be available from those evil giants, “Big Pharma”!
It’s odd that you don’t “trust chemicals”, since YOU are composed entirely of them!
(Your wife’s allergies, BTW, are a likely sign that her childhood home was kept to fussily clean, and that as an infant she was consequently unable to build up her natural defenses…)
Q: Which over the counter medications or allergy medications can make a drug test, test positive for marijuana?
I was really sick and I took some Aleve (sinus and allergy); it contained some naproxen and I also took some advil that contained Ibuprofen. I also took some Robitussin. I took a drug test and they told me that I tested positive for marijuana; could any of these medications alter my drug test?
A: THC ,which is the chemical in marijuana that makes you high, is not in any of these formulations. THC is a chemical that attaches itself to the fat in your body and is detected for up to 30 days. Only if you have smoked a joint, eaten some “special brownies” or ingested marijuana, hashish or the like, in the last 30 days, a urine test come up positive for THC. If you haven’t done any of those things…think hard now & be honest…then I would question the results. FYI: marijuana is an illegal substance whether you think it should be or not, that’s the law. Life is full of choices, be wise with the ones you make…
Q: Calling all Asthmatics! What are allergy medications that work with your asthma?
Ok, I have serious asthma + allergies, and I was wondering if anyone had any new allergy medications that they use (if you have asthma too) that have been effective for you! I have used zyrtec and singulair, neither have really worked. For me, the best so far has just been over the counter clariton, but there must be something better. Any ideas?
A: be careful of allergy medications that you use, even over the counter ones — especially if they include “anti-histamine” which is number one contraindicated among people with asthma. this dries up your airways, so you think you feel better — but it can do more harm than good.
my sister also has asthma — she was taking over-the-counter benadryl before, but when we found out, we discouraged her from taking it (because of anti-histamine). so she was prescribed singulair — she says it works. i guess not for you. what specifically triggers your asthma? is it the pollen? dust? pet dander? one thing you can do is avoid those allergens.
if im not mistaken (i kinda forgot) claritin also has some anti-histamine in it. i suggest you speak to your doctor about claritin, also let him/her know that singulair and zyrtec is not really working for you, and if there is anything that he can prescribed that is safe for people with asthma would be great. (a stronger dose maybe). but try not to self medicate. i suggest you speak to your physician first.
another option is your doctor might prescribe you some corticosteroids to help you manage your allegies. they help you tolerate the allergens that trigger your asthma attack — but you must take them religiously.
Q: Are there any allergy medications that are safe to take during pregnancy?
I haven’t had a bout with allergies the entire time I’ve been pregnant until recently. We’ve had a lot of wind that has stirred up dirt and pollen, and last Wednesday I was so miserable with puffy eyes and balloon for a head that I called in.
I know Tylenol is most likely the only thing to take when pregnant, but all it can really do is relieve headaches–not allergies. Is there any form of allergy medication that is SAFE to use?
A: I would recommend you use the powerful antioxidant Isotonix OPC-3, it’s not a drug or medication so you wouldn’t have to worry about side-effects etc.. It is a natural supplement containing the three antioxidants grape seed extract, red wine extract, and another powerful antioxidant called Pycnogenol which is a natural plant extract from the bark of the maritime pine tree which grows exclusively along the coast of southwest France. Pycnogenol is the main antioxidant in OPC-3 that will help with your allergies. All three antioxidants are put into one supplement hence the name OPC-3. The supplement is in isotonic form when mixed with the right amount of water so you receive superior delivery and absorption in your body. it’s isotonic capable, meaning it’s the same pH levels of the other fluids in your body such as your blood, plasma, tears, etc. isotonic capable supplements are the next best thing to IV (when doctors inject medication immediately into your blood stream) or the shots you’re receiving now; when you drink a supplement that’s isotonic your stomach does not have to change it to match your body, it enters your small intestines within minutes. If your allergies are acting up, on an empty stomach once you take OPC-3 you will feel the relief within minutes because the body does not have to break down a pill or change the pH level, it is absorbed right away.
All the information on OPC-3 can be found at http://www.marketamerica.com/blittrean/index.cfm?action=shopping.wpProductNoShop&prodID=13007
At your local health and nutrition stores they sell OPC or OPC-1 for more money, and you only receive anywhere from 30% to 40% of what’s on the nutrition label due to the fact the supplement is not Isotonic capable. OPC-3 is also the only antioxidant with Pycnogenol.
Hope this helped
Q: Did anyone notice spring allergy medications causing aggressive behavior and extreme mood swings?
My little brother (8 years old) is on three different allergy medications and they are making him have terrible temper tantrums and he is very unhappy. He is usually not like this at all and many people can see changes in his behavior. Every year for the past three years we have noticed this happening. We can’t take him off these medications because he has extreme allergy problems and ends up in the hospital if he stops using them. Did anyone else notice this happening with children taking springtime allergy medications?
A: those symptoms are listed as possible but less common side effects of antihistamines. Talk with the doctor about trying different one. It may take some searching to find the one that will not cause this reaction.
Q: Are there any safe allergy medications for pregnant women?
I am 8 weeks pregnant and my allergies have been driving me crazy. I can’t sleep because I can’t breath through my nose. Are there any medications that are usually safe for pregnant women to take?
A: ALWAYS ASK YOUR DOCTOR FIRST!! My doctor gave me a list of medications that I can take while pregnant.
For cold or allergy relief:
Sudafed
Actifed
Robitussin
Benadryl
Tylenol Sinus
Claritin or Claritin D
Ocean Mist Nasal Spray
Q: Can my 5 month old take allergy medications?
I’m going to take my daughter to the doctor to see if she has allergies, and I just wanted to know ahead of time if she’s going to be able to get medications?
A: Depending on the allergies and how the allergies affect her will determine what sorts of medications if any a Doctor will put her on. But there are Medications for Allergies in Children.
Your Daughter is so very young and a lot of Doctors like to see if the allergies will resolve themselves (ie immune system development). But again, depending on the allergies and how they affect her will determine what that Doctor will do!
Best of Luck to you and your Daughter.
Q: Are there any long term effects of being on allergy medications?
I recently learned through allergy tests that I have allergies to 58 different environmental things as well as a food allergy to hazelnuts. The doc recommended allergy shots which I am currently researching, but in the meantime prescribed Clarinex, Nasonex (steroid nasal spray) and Pataday (allergy eye drops) to take daily.
I am weighing pros and cons. I realize immunotherapy isn’t 100% effective. I’m also aware going that route will involve a long term commitment to getting allergy shots on (at a minimum) a weekly basis. What are the drawbacks of being on allergy meds for years? Won’t steroid nasal sprays cause some funky side effects?
I should add that since being on these allergy meds, I have been enjoying the best spring of my entire life. I smelled Easter lilies for the first time this month, and have finally learned what cut grass smells like. It’s also the first spring I’ve not had a sinus infection. The meds do work for me.
A: I think congratulations are in order! Control of allergy symptoms is a wonderful thing. I’ve asked my allergist about long term effects of medications. He said that pretty much the only concern for long term use would be not getting relief from the medication any more. (Which is actually quite scary!) However, because these medications haven’t been around a long time (in comparison with things like Tylenol or antibiotics) I don’t know if they can know without a doubt that there isn’t long term side effects. I have been on Zyrtec or Allegra (loratidine/Clartin didn’t seem to help at all) for many years without any problems. I did shots for a while and they certainly weren’t fun. I had a lot of problems reacting to the shots (think hot, swollen, itchy welt from shoulder to elbow) and even 5 years later will get small welts on the back of my arm whenever allergies get really bad.
Anyhow, I think you shouldn’t worry too much about side effects from the medicines if you’re getting relief. I would be a lot more concerned about long term problems by uncontrolled allergies. Typically allergy sufferers are more prone to infection, using a lot of antibiotics which do have long term effects that are known. Hopefully you can figure out something that works for you! Good luck!
Q: Are there any long-term side effects from daily intake of allergy medications like Zyrtec or Claritin?
I assume typical side effects listed on their websites are for first time users, but if I already got over the initial drowsiness and dry mouth, and have resigned to take allergy medicines a few times a week for the rest of my life, are there any known side effects I might suffer decades from now?
A: I’ve never experienced any (and I’ve been taking them for a good ten years). The only problem is, you can build up a tolerance to the drugs over time. Basically none of the OTC brands work for me anymore.
Q: Any Allergy Medications that do not Cause Heart Palpitations, Irregular Heart beat or Other Circulatory Ailmen?
I need to know of an allergy medication that does not list heart palpitations, irregular heart beat, fast heart best, or anything like that on its list of side effects. my boyfriend seems to get this with every allergy medication he’s been perscribed including Claritin, Zyrtec, etc.
A: Time to go with a prescription. Claritin and Zyrtec are essentially the same thing, antihistamines. Talk to your doctor and ask about Singular, it’s what I use and its not an antihistamine. It works really really well.
Q: Why do different allergy medications work on different people?
An example of what I’m asking would be why does Claritin not work on a patient (me) when Zyrtec (which acts on the exact same H1 histamine receptors) successfully clears the allergies?
A: Well they must deliver the medication differently or one of those companies would probably sue the other for patent infringement.
I was allergic to a binder used to hold an allergy pill together. My body reacted more to the crap in the pill than it was cured by the medication in the pill. Sometimes it’s something small like that.
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