According to the Mayo Clinic, allergies occur when the immune system reacts to foreign invaders such as dust, pet dander or pollen. Allergies are common, with one out of five people affected and can cause headaches, sinus problems, itching or any...
Watery eyes, sneezing, nasal congestion, itchy skin and chest tightness indicate more than just a minor irritation as these symptoms can signal the onset of an allergy. According to the Mayo Clinic, allergies affect the skin, airways and digestive...
Allergy medication is used to reduce, treat and prevent common allergic reactions, according to the Mayo Clinic. The most common allergy medications used to treat allergic reactions are antihistamines (first and second generation), corticosteroids...
Contact dermatitis is the clinical name for a rash with redness, swelling and itching that results from skin contact with any substance that causes an allergic reaction. Sap from poison ivy, oak and sumac plants causes the majority of cases....
Reactine Allergy is an over-the-counter allergy symptom relief medication sold in Canada. The manufacturers of Reactine Allergy also make Zyrtec. Reactine Allergy provides 24-hour symptom relief from both indoor and outdoor allergy symptoms....
Patients with mild allergies or acute symptoms that come and go with the seasons may not need prescription allergy medicines. Among the wide array of over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medications on the market, people with moderate allergies will...
Reactine Allergy is a 24-hour allergy remedy sold in Canada, and made by the same company who manufacturers Zyrtec. Reactine is, according to their website, the No. 1 allergy relief medication sold in Canada. Reactine comes in many formulas...
With more than 50 million Americans suffering from some type of allergy, according to Dr. Arthur Schoenstadt, allergy medications make up a high proportion of both prescription and over-the-counter drug sales. It's not only possible but sometimes...
More than half of citizens of the United States test positive to one or more allergens, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Many of these allergy sufferers turn to medications to relieve unpleasant allergy...
More than 50 million individuals in the United States suffer from asthma or allergies, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Although many over-the-counter medications are available to provide relief from allergy...
Both over-the-counter and prescription allergy medications have side effects. Manufacturers are required to list them on the label, and it is up to the consumer to read the label and know what side effects are possible. Side effects can range from...
Influenza, or the flu, comes on swiftly and fades fairly rapidly. For a week or so, however, patients will need medicines that soothe unpleasant flu symptoms. This viral condition can't be cured with allergy medications, but such drugs that curb...
Allergies are a common yet uncomfortable occurrence for many children, and are caused by numerous factors including plants, animals, dust and environmental toxins. Common allergy symptoms include itchy and watery eyes, sore throat, cough, runny...
Choosing an allergy medication can be daunting, especially when you don't even know the root cause of your sniffles. That's where the allergy test comes in. The three common types are skin tests, elimination tests and the radioallergosorbent test...
High blood pressure conditions can create risks for people seeking relief from allergy symptoms. Certain allergy medications may interfere with antihypertensive drug regimens or exacerbate existing blood pressure problems to severe levels. People...
An allergic reaction to an indoor/outdoor fungus such as Alternaria tenuis can occur at any time of year. Like exposure to other molds, inhaling the spores of Alternaria tenuis, also known as Alternaria alternata, causes hay fever--like allergy...
Hypertension patients don't have to forgo remedies for hay fever or perennial allergy symptoms in order to maintain a safe blood pressure. Bouts of allergic rhinitis compromise respiratory health and comfort. Treating allergy symptoms removes this...
Allergies refer to a common condition in which your body creates a response against a foreign invader such as pollen. The Mayo Clinic states that some symptoms of allergies include congestion, itchy nose, a skin rash and hives. Risk factors for...
Allergies refer to an extreme sensitivity to a certain substance in the environment or in your medicine cabinet. Your body sees certain medications, pollen, poison oak and poison ivy as foreign substances and, therefore, mounts an immune attack....
Sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion, a runny nose and hives are just some signs of a typical allergic reaction. The Mayo Clinic says that allergies actually occur when the immune system responds to foreign invaders as pollen. Fortunately, doctors can...
Mold thrives in shady, damp situations in temperatures ranging from 70 to 90 degrees F. Indoors, mold finds its way to basements, bathrooms and kitchens. Most people remain blissfully unaware that they're living among mold spores, while others...
In about 10 million people, the substances that trigger the symptoms of allergy also cause asthma. In response to an allergy, the immune system releases chemicals in the lungs that cause the bronchial tissues to inflame, the airway muscles to...
Women who routinely use medications to manage allergies should consult a medical care provider about devising a treatment plan during pregnancy. When deciding on the best course of action, the woman and her health care provider must weigh the...
Stuffy nose, runny nose, sneezing, coughing and headache are all miserable symptoms of respiratory allergies. These symptoms can cause us to miss school, work or quality time with our family or friends. Luckily, over the counter (OTC) allergy...
Seasonal allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is usually caused by outdoor allergens, such as pollen that are inhaled. The best treatment for seasonal allergies is to avoid exposure to the allergens. However, many medications can help...
An allergy can be a frustrating condition to deal with. The symptoms of an allergy attack are caused by chemical signals that are released by your body when exposed to certain substances. Allergy medications either prevent these chemical signals...
The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI) reports that allergy symptoms affect an estimated 40 to 50 million U.S. residents each year. Some substances such as pollen and dust can cause an exaggerated response in extremely...
The sneezing, sniffling, sneezing, stuffy and runny nose, and itchy, watery eyes of allergies are often just too much to deal with. But if you don't want the drowsy, medicine-head side effects of allergy medications, you don't have to suffer from...
Allergies refer to a medical condition in which the immune system reacts to mold, dust mites or other types of allergens. Specific allergy symptoms include a stuffy or runny nose, a dry cough, a sore throat, fatigue and dark circles under the...
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