Benefits And Side Effects Of Antihistamines
- Allergic Rhinitis - Antihistamines
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Prognosis
- Complications
Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy (commonly called "allergy shots") is a safe and effective treatment for patients with allergies. It is based on the premise that people who receive injections of a specific allergen will lose sensitivity to that allergen. The most common allergens for which shots are given are house dust, cat dander, grass pollen, and mold.
Immunotherapy benefits include:
- Targeting the specific allergen
- Reducing sensitivity in airways in the lungs as well as in the upper airways
- Preventing...
More information on "Benefits And Side Effects Of Antihistamines"
From Our Experts
Gotta Love Olives for Their Nutritional Benefits
Growing up, my brother and I used to embarrass my mother greatly whenever we would go to a restaurant that had a salad bar. We’d both go... Read more »
More OTC Allergy Medications! Fewer Doctor Visits But Not...
School may be out for summer, but so are the outdoor allergy triggers. The good news is many allergy medications are now available without... Read more »
New Warning On Common Drugs that Cause Early Death in Elders
Taking medication for long-term health problems has made a major contribution to lengthening and improving our lives. In many countries... Read more »
The Never Ending Cough: Is Cough Medication the Answer?
We have almost made it through the last of outdoor allergy season. Ragweed has run its course in most of the U.S. while mold spores try to... Read more »
Three Reasons Your Hay Fever Treatment May Be Failing
1. Your medication may not be targeting the right symptoms. Some patients enter my office frustrated because of the failure of their... Read more »
From Our Sources
"Allergy Shot" Pill Shows Lasting Benefits
A medication called Grazax appears to reduce allergies to grass pollen--even after patients quit taking the drug. Like allergy shots, Grazax exposes... Read more »
Fruit Juices Hamper Drugs Benefits
(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Washing down your medicine with fruit juice may be a bad idea. You may have heard that grapefruit juice can increase... Read more »
Astepro Nasl Uses and How to Use
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: AZELASTINE SPRAY - NASAL Pronounced: (azz-ELL-us-teen) Uses Azelastine is used to relieve nasal symptoms such... Read more »
Percodan Oral Uses and How to Use
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: OXYCODONE/ASPIRIN - ORAL Pronounced: (ox-ee-KOH-doan/AS-pir-in) Uses This medication is used to relieve moderate to moderately... Read more »
Celexa Oral Drug Interactions
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: CITALOPRAM - ORAL Pronounced: (sye-TAL-oh-pram) Interactions Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
