What Are Antihistamines
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October 03, 2008
Expert & Community Posts
Zyrtec to Go Over the Counter
By Kathleen MacNaughton , Health Expert...handful of what are considered second-generation antihistamines. These are drugs that can... Read more »
The Use and Misuse of Over the Counter Antihistamines and Decongestants
By James Thompson, MD , Health Expert...how much error should you risk taking? All About AntihistaminesAntihistamines are the most... Read more »
Getting a Handle on Your Child's Fall Nasal Allergies
By Kathleen MacNaughton , Health Expert...medication, in the form of an antihistamine. Early antihistamines were effective, but made you... Read more »
Backed-Up and Barfing
By Christina Lasich, MD , Health ExpertWell Doc, I am backed-up and barfing if you really want to know how I feel. The porcelain god is... Read more »
Allergy Pills vs. Nasal Sprays
By Dr. Paula J. Busse , Health Expert...physician follow-up if they decide to take the oral antihistamines with “D.” The name... Read more »
Health Guide
Symptoms and Diagnosis
About Balance | Causes and Prevention | Symptoms and Diagnosis | Treatment and Research | FAQs Balance disorders can be difficult to diagnose because patients sometimes find it hard to describe... Read more »Seven Tips For Preparing For Spring Allergy Season
...underway. In the Midwest this is usually by March (earlier if warm weather begins in February). Non-drowsy antihistamines are preferred. Prescription nasal sprays (nasal steroids) have become key... Read more »Allergic Rhinitis: Antihistamines
AntihistaminesHistamine is one of the chemicals released when antibodies overreact to allergens. It is the cause of many symptoms of allergic rhinitis. Anti histamines can help relieve:Itching,... Read more »7 Ways to Avoid Triggering Mold Allergies
...are worth it, but may still not totally eliminate your symptoms. In that case, you may need to use antihistamines or other allergy treatments to stay in control. Talk with your doctor about the... Read more »Cockroach Allergies
... asthma. Do not leave food and garbage uncovered. To manage nasal and sinus symptoms, use antihistamines, decongestants and anti-inflammatory medications. Your doctor will also... Read more »Images
Medications
Desloratadine is an antihistamine that provides relief of seasonal allergy symptoms and allergic... Read more »
...antispasmodics/anticholinergics (e.g., atropine, clidinium, propantheline) ... Read more »
...cough-and-cold products) because they may contain additional antihistamines that could increase... Read more »
...cough-and-cold products) because they may contain additional antihistamines that could increase... Read more »
...cough-and-cold products) because they may contain additional antihistamines that could increase... Read more »
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Fruit Juices Hamper Drugs Benefits
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Allergies and asthma may offer protection from brain tumors
October 02, 2008A study at the University of Texas has shown that allergies and asthma may protect patients from developing three kinds of brain tumors. Researchers... Read summary »
Q&A: Astelin nasal spray offers reader allergy relief
October 03, 2008A reader tells Joe and Teresa Graedon of The People's Pharmacy that Astelin nasal spray cleared up her seasonal allergies more effectively than... Read summary »
Certain medications may hasten cognitive decline
October 02, 2008A study in the British Medical Journal has found that 80 percent of participants taking an anticholinergic drug experienced mild cognitive... Read summary »
Antihistamine shows promise in treating Alzheimer's
October 03, 2008An antihistamine used in Russia is showing promise in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. In a recent clinical trial, patients who took Dimebon... Read summary »
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