As some may know all too well, allergy season is about to hit full swing. Instead of sniffling and sneezing your way through the season, lets take a look at some types of medications that may help remedy your allergy problem.
The 2 different types of allergy medications we will look at are antihistamines and leukotriene modifiers.
Antihistamines
Antihistamines work by blocking receptors for histamine. Histamine is a chemical produced by your body that reacts to certain allergens like pollen, mold, dust mites or pet dander. Certain symptoms that could be relieved by using a antihistamine are nasal congestion, itching, and sneezing.
Current antihistamines don’t cause as much drowsiness as they have in the past, but still can cause mild sleepiness in some users. One great thing about antihistamines is that they can be taken on a regular basis without experiencing significant side effects. Claratin, Allegra, Astelin, Clarinex, and Zyrtec are all common drugs found in the antihistamine category.
Leukotriene Modifiers
Leukotriene modifiers are used to treat both allergies and some types of asthma by blocking leukotriens from their receptors. Leukotrienes are fatty molecules found in the immune system. Like antihistamines, luekotriene modifiers also don’t have many side effects and can be taken regularly.
Here are some commonly known Leukotriene modifiers: Singulair, Accolate, and Zyflo CR.
Some of these allergy medications can be bought over the counter, but those who suffer from allergies should see a doctor for a correct diagnosis as to what type of medication would suit them.
Make sure to order your prescription drugs through eDrugSearch.com to avoid overpaying for your allergy medication.
