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Health Encyclopedia: Allergic Rhinitis Antihistamines

Antihistamines

Histamine 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, sneezing, and nasal discharge
Other allergy symptoms unrelated to rhinitis, including hives and some rashes
Nasal congestion, for some of the newer antihistamines, such as cetirizine (Zyrtec) and desloratadine (Clarinex)

If possible, patients should take antihistamines before an anticipated allergy attack.

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