+ Allergies, also known as allergic diseases, are a number of conditions caused by hypersensitivity of the immune system to typically harmless substances in the environment.
+ These diseases include hay fever, food allergies, atopic dermatitis, allergic asthma, and anaphylaxis.Symptoms may include red eyes, an itchy rash, sneezing, a runny nose, shortness of breath, or swelling. Food intolerances and food poisoning are separate conditions.
+ Early exposure to potential allergens may be protective.Treatments for allergies include avoiding known allergens and the use of medications such as steroids and antihistamines.
+ In severe reactions injectable adrenaline (epinephrine) is recommended.Allergen immunotherapy, which gradually exposes people to larger and larger amounts of allergen, is useful for some types of allergies such as hay fever and reactions to insect bites. Its use in food allergies is unclear.
Best OTC Allergy Medicines of 2020
1/ Allegra Adult 24-Hour Allergy Relief
Your go-to tablet for 24 hour allergy relief
Take on the day with the #1 allergist recommended brand for non-drowsy relief.* This powerful antihistamine gives you 24 hours of the fastest† non-drowsy relief from indoor and outdoor allergy symptoms, including:
- Sneezing
- Runny Nose
- Itchy, Watery Eyes
- Itchy Nose and Throat
Warnings
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients.
Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.
When using this product:
• do not take more than directed
• do not take at the same time as aluminum or magnesium antacids
• do not take with fruit juices (see Directions)
Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Use as directed.
2/ Children’s Zyrtec 24-Hour Allergy Relief Syrup With Cetirizine
USES
Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
Runny nose
Sneezing
Itchy, watery eyes
Itching of the nose or throat
WARNINGS
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients, or to an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine.
Ask a doctor before use if you have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking tranquilizers or sedatives.
When using this product:
• drowsiness may occur
• avoid alcoholic drinks
• alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.
If pregnant or breast-feeding:
• if breast-feeding: Not recommended
• if pregnant: ask a health professional before use
3/ Claritin 24-Hour Allergy Reditabs
OVERVIEW
Non-drowsy allergy relief of symptoms caused by pollen, mold, dust and pets
Orally dissolves up to 3x faster than any other allergy tablet*
Temporarily relieves runny nose, sneezing, itchy, watery eyes, and itchy nose or throat
Claritin® provides relief of symptoms that can be triggered by over 200 different allergens.
WARNINGS
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
Ask a doctor before use if you have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.
When using this product do not take more than directed. Taking more than directed may cause drowsiness.
Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
4/ Zyrtec 24 Hour Allergy Relief Tablets
USES
Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
Runny nose
Sneezing
Itchy, watery eyes
Itching of the nose or throat
WARNINGS
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients, or to an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine.
Ask a doctor before use if you have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking tranquilizers or sedatives.
When using this product:
drowsiness may occur
avoid alcoholic drinks
alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.
If pregnant or breast-feeding:
if breast-feeding: Not recommended
if pregnant: Ask a health professional before use
5/ Benadryl Ultratabs Antihistamine Allergy Relief
Get effective relief from your allergies with BENADRYL® Allergy ULTRATAB® Tablets – antihistamine relief in a small tablet that works when you need it most.
Uses
Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
Runny nose
Sneezing
Itchy, watery eyes
Itching of the nose or throat
Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold:
Runny nose
Sneezing
Warnings
Do not use
To make a child sleepy
With any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
Ask a doctor before use if you have
A breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
Glaucoma
Trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.
When using this product
Marked drowsiness may occur
Avoid alcoholic drinks
Alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
Be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Excitability may occur, especially in children
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
