Antihistamines are a common treatment for allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis. They come in prescription and over-the-counter forms.
The following antihistamines are available over-the-counter, without a prescription. Many of these are older (first-generation) antihistamines. (Note: First-generation antihistamines can cause drowsiness.)
Several second-generation antihistamines are also available over the counter. (Note: Second-generation antihistamines are non-sedating.)
Common prescription antihistamines include:
Nasal antihistamine sprays are also available, such as azelastine (Astelin).
Possible side effects of over-the-counter antihistamines include:
Possible side effects of prescription antihistamines include:
Antihistamines are a common treatment for allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis. They come in prescription and over-the-counter forms.
The following antihistamines are available over-the-counter, without a prescription. Many of these are older (first-generation) antihistamines. (Note: First-generation antihistamines can cause drowsiness.)
Several second-generation antihistamines are also available over the counter. (Note: Second-generation antihistamines are non-sedating.)
Common prescription antihistamines include:
Nasal antihistamine sprays are also available, such as azelastine (Astelin).
Antihistamines are a common treatment for allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis. They come in prescription and over-the-counter forms.
The following antihistamines are available over-the-counter, without a prescription. Many of these are older (first-generation) antihistamines. (Note: First-generation antihistamines can cause drowsiness.)
Several second-generation antihistamines are also available over the counter. (Note: Second-generation antihistamines are non-sedating.)
Common prescription antihistamines include:
Nasal antihistamine sprays are also available, such as azelastine (Astelin).
Possible side effects of over-the-counter antihistamines include:
Possible side effects of prescription antihistamines include:
Antihistamines are a common treatment for allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis. They come in prescription and over-the-counter forms.
The following antihistamines are available over-the-counter, without a prescription. Many of these are older (first-generation) antihistamines. (Note: First-generation antihistamines can cause drowsiness.)
Several second-generation antihistamines are also available over the counter. (Note: Second-generation antihistamines are non-sedating.)
Common prescription antihistamines include:
Nasal antihistamine sprays are also available, such as azelastine (Astelin).
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Antihistamines help reduce or block the action of histamine, a chemical that is released when the immune system reacts to an allergen. The release of histamine leads to the symptoms of allergic rhinitis.
Antihistamines are a common treatment for allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis. They come in prescription and over-the-counter forms.
The following antihistamines are available over-the-counter, without a prescription. Many of these are older (first-generation) antihistamines. (Note: First-generation antihistamines can cause drowsiness.)
Several second-generation antihistamines are also available over the counter. (Note: Second-generation antihistamines are non-sedating.)
Common prescription antihistamines include:
Nasal antihistamine sprays are also available, such as azelastine (Astelin).
Possible side effects of antihistamines include:
Talk to your doctor before taking these medications if you have the following conditions, which can be made worse by the side effects of antihistamines:
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Antihistamines interfere in the action of substances (histamines) that cause the inflammation-related symptoms of cold and flu (such as runny nose and congestion).
Possible side effects of antihistamines include:
Talk to your doctor before taking these medications if you have the following conditions, which can be made worse by the side effects of antihistamines:
The main effect of antihistamines is to dry up secretions. They are also sedating, so much so that they are ingredients in all OTC sleep remedies. Second-generation antihistamines such as loratadine (Claritin) are considered non-sedating and may be available without a prescription.
Common antihistamines include:
Antihistamines interfere in the action of substances (histamines) that cause the inflammation-related symptoms of cold and flu (such as runny nose and congestion).
Antihistamines are a common treatment for allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis. They come in prescription and over-the-counter forms.
The following antihistamines are available over-the-counter, without a prescription. Many of these are older (first-generation) antihistamines. (Note: First-generation antihistamines can cause drowsiness.)
Several second-generation antihistamines are also available over the counter. (Note: Second-generation antihistamines are non-sedating.)
Common prescription antihistamines include:
Nasal antihistamine sprays are also available, such as azelastine (Astelin).
Antihistamines help reduce or block the action of histamine, a chemical that is released when the immune system reacts to an allergen. The release of histamine leads to the symptoms of allergic rhinitis.
Before I figured out how to manage my seasonal allergies naturally, over-the-counter antihistamines were my saving grace. They worked best for me if I took them when I first noticed symptoms. Otherwise, my symptoms would escalate and it would take hours for the antihistamine to "catch up" with my reaction. While they're helpful, I don't recommend them whole-heartedly because more natural options can work well if implemented over time, and they have fewer side effects.
Before I figured out how to manage my seasonal allergies naturally, over-the-counter antihistamines were my saving grace. They worked best for me if I took them when I first noticed symptoms....
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