Allergies
Allergies
Frequently asked questions
If you want to avoid medications and can’t totally avoid your allergy triggers, there are many natural remedies for seasonal allergies. This can include something as simple as staying hydrated with water to trying supplements and alternative therapies like acupuncture and aromatherapy.
Allergy shots, or subcutaneous immunotherapy, work against allergies by training your immune system not to overreact to a specific allergen. There are different shots for different allergens. While this can work well, it’s a long process that can take 3 to 5 years, and it can cost from $1,000 to several thousand dollars.
Epinephrine, or EpiPen, is another type of “allergy shot.” This is used to treat a severe anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction). While it can be lifesaving, it won’t make you less sensitive to your allergens over time.
How can you prevent allergies?
Allergies tend to run in families, so there’s only so much you can do to prevent them. You can minimize your risk of allergy flare-ups by identifying and avoiding your triggers and taking medication. Consider keeping a diary of your triggers to track what worsens your symptoms.
Eat a wide range of foods when you’re pregnant and nursing. Following a diverse diet when you’re pregnant and nursing can be beneficial for both you and your baby. You may have heard that avoiding certain foods or drinks when you’re pregnant or nursing can prevent allergies. However, studies don’t show benefits of restrictive diets.
Eat a wide range of foods when you’re pregnant and nursing. Following a diverse diet when you’re pregnant and nursing can be beneficial for both you and your baby. You may have heard that avoiding certain foods or drinks when you’re pregnant or nursing can prevent allergies. However, studies don’t show benefits of restrictive diets.
Desloratadine is an antihistamine that is taken to help treat allergy symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, sneezing, or an itchy nose or throat. It may also be taken to reduce itching and hives on the skin. Common side effects may include sore throat, dry mouth, muscle pain, or drowsiness. If you have trouble swallowing tablets, desloratadine also comes in a tablet that dissolves in your mouth.
What is desloratadine used for?
Desloratadine is commonly taken to help with the following.
Treat allergy symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, sneezing, or an itchy nose or throat
Reduce itching and hives on the skin caused by chronic idiopathic urticaria
Desloratadine may also be used for other conditions as determined by your health care provider.
What should You know about desloratadine before using it?
Do not take desloratadine unless it has been prescribed to you by a health care provider. Take it as prescribed.
Do not share desloratadine with other people, even if they have the same condition as you. It may harm them.
Keep desloratadine out of the reach of children.
Good allergy treatment is based on your medical history, what type of allergy you have, and if your symptoms are mild or severe.
Antihistamines relieve sneezing and itching in the nose and eyes. They also reduce a runny nose and, to a lesser extent, nasal stuffiness. ( Ex: Clarinex )
Corticosteroid nasal (nose) sprays These types of nasal sprays reduce inflammation (swelling) in the nose and block allergic reactions from developing. They are the most effective medicine type for allergic rhinitis (nose allergy symptoms) because they can reduce all nasal symptoms, including congestion (stuffiness).
An allergic reaction occurs when the body’s immune system identifies a typically harmless substance, such as pollen, dust, or animal fur, and overreacts to it. The substance it reacts to is known as an allergen.
When an allergic reaction occurs, allergens bind to antibodies that the body produces called immunoglobin E (IgE). Antibodies combat foreign and potentially harmful substances in the body.
Once the allergen binds to IgE, specific types of cells — including mast cells — will release chemicals that trigger the symptoms of the allergic reaction.
Histamine is one of these chemicals. It causes the muscles in the airways and walls of the blood vessels to tighten. It also instructs the lining of the nose to produce more mucus.
🍪 We use cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, serve personalised content, and analyse traffic. By clicking "Accept all", you consent to our use of cookies.