Optrex Actimist Double Action, For Itchy & Watery Eyes, Soothing & Protecting Spray, 10ml each, Hay Fever Relief, Soothes Allergy Symptoms, Reduces Moisture Loss

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Intranasal corticosteroids: These are nasal sprays that effectively reduce inflammation in the lining of the nose caused by hay fever or other conditions. Corticosteroid nasal sprays must be used regularly and correctly to be effective. Different brands are available, so ask your doctor which one is right for you. Ask you pharmacist on how to use your nasal spray, to be sure you are using it correctly. Tablets - Antihistamine tablets are the first-line treatment for hay fever and can be acquired over the counter and should be taken daily. The most common ingredients used in tablets are cetirizine, loratadine and chlorphenamine. Brand names include Benadryl Allergy One A Day, Piriteze Allergy and Zirtec Allergy - found in tablet and liquid form - but generic options are also widely available. Decongestant nasal sprays tend to be cheaper, but they're different medications and only designed for temporary use. It is also recommended that you should not take MAO inhibitors for two weeks before taking this medication. If you are not sure when to begin or stop using Otrivine, ask your doctor for advice.

Eye drops for hay fever commonly contain sodium cromoglicate, which is an antihistamine that also works to reduce inflammation.If your child is having immunotherapy, they will be given a small amount of the allergen, either by injection or orally/under the tongue in tablet or liquid form. A typical treatment course requires monthly injections over a period of three to five years, or taking the allergen orally These sprays and inhalers reduce inflammation and relieve symptoms of hay fever. The most common nasal sprays are Flonase®, Nasacort® and Rhinocort®. Side effects include headaches, nasal irritation, nosebleeds and cough. Leukotriene inhibitors

Notably, eye drops are available that specifically fight symptoms associated with hay fever, such as irritation, redness and watery eyes. Anyone with a history of hay fever should carry either over-the-counter anti-allergy medications or those prescribed by the doctor at all times. Regular once daily antihistamines, such as cetirizine or loratidine, should be taken daily throughout the pollen season to prevent hay fever symptoms – they are less effective if used as-and-when. There are multiple types of pollen that people can be allergic to, but by far the most prolific form is grass pollen, to which 90% of hay fever sufferers are allergic. Although it is unclear what causes the immune system to react in the way it does, several factors are known to increase your risk of suffering from hay fever, including: Instead of going to the countryside for days out, opt for a visit to the coast as pollen counts are lower. You should consult your doctor before taking these products if you have high blood pressure, heart conditions, diabetes, glaucoma, anxiety, depression or prostate disease. Bottom lineSteroid hay fever nasal sprays include one of the steroids; budesonide, fluticasone, mometasone or beclometasone. The prescription steroid hay fever nasal sprays available from The Independent Pharmacy include Dymista, Flixonase, Nasonex, and Benacort. Dymista nasal spray contains a combination of a steroid and an antihistamine for the dual relief of symptoms. We are also available to offer over-the-counter hay fever nasal sprays containing the steroids beclometasone or fluticasone. Common over-the-counter brands of hay fever nasal sprays include Beconase and Pirinase as well as generic treatments. Nonprescription nasal sprays include fluticasone (Flonase Allergy Relief), budesonide (Rhinocort Allergy), triamcinolone (Nasacort Allergy 24 Hour) and mometasone (Nasonex 24HR Allergy). Although the immediate symptoms can come as a surprise and be quite frustrating, the allergic reaction many suffer is basically a case of the body overreacting to the pollen. This causes the immune system to release various chemicals intended to prevent the spread of what it mistakenly perceives to be an infection. The chemicals released themselves cause the aforementioned symptoms.