For seasonal and perennial allergic rhinoconjunctivitis (runny/itching nose and red/itchy/watery eyes) and in chronic urticaria (itching), treatment is often with over the counter second generation H1 Antihistamines such as loratidine (Claritin). Studies have shown that these are most effective when taken on a regular basis than on an as needed basis to reduce allergic inflammation… Continue reading Do I need to take Claritin every day for my allergies?
Category: Pharmacology
I’ve had allergies since I was a child with runny nose and itchy swollen eyes. Benedryl makes me drowsy and Allegra doesn’t work that well. What is the strongest medication to relieve my allergies?
The standard treatment for seasonal and perennial allergic rhinoconjunctivitis (runny/itching nose and red/itchy/watery eyes) is often with over the counter second generation H1 Antihistamines (like allegra). There are other medication options you can explore with your primary healthcare provider. Many H1 antihistamines are available with pseudoephedrine which enhances relief of nasal congestion. Studies have shown… Continue reading I’ve had allergies since I was a child with runny nose and itchy swollen eyes. Benedryl makes me drowsy and Allegra doesn’t work that well. What is the strongest medication to relieve my allergies?