What are the steps for medication when you have seasonal allergies?

34-year-old woman5 years ago
Hello ! I think I'm starting to get seasonal allergies. I have almost all the symptoms (itchy eyes, runny nose, itchy throat, I cough a little... )I don't know about allergy medications. What can I take? I am only taking my birth control pill, no medical conditions. I would also like to know if this doesn't work what are the other steps of medication? Drops? Stronger medications? Thank you so much!
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Isabelle Pelletier · 5 years ago
Hello! In fact, we usually start by taking oral antihistamines (e.g. Claritin, Reactin or Aérius) which have the advantage of being taken only once a day (every 24 hours), without drowsiness and which help to relieve most of the seasonal allergy symptoms (sneezing, runny nose, tingling eyes and throat, watery eyes etc.)... There is no one type that is proven to be superior to the others, you have to try it to find out which molecule gives you the best relief. In the case where all types have been tried and some symptoms persist, we can add an additional therapy: example: cromolyn eye drop (available in the laboratory, over the counter, if ocular symptoms persist) or corticosteroid nasal spray (example: Flonase or Nasacort, also now available over the counter in the laboratory, if nasal symptoms persist)... And if all of these options prove ineffective, you should consult a physician for other options requiring a prescription... Hope this helps a little, don't hesitate if you have any other questions Good day Isabelle Pelletier
34-year-old woman · 5 years ago
Thank you I will try this this week!
34-year-old woman · 5 years ago
Thank you for your time!

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