Common questions

What is the best allergy reliever?

What is the best allergy reliever?

Best OTC Allergy Medications

Types of Diet Forbes Health Ratings Category
Claritin 24-Hour Allergy Relief 5.0 Best OTC Allergy Medicine Overall
Zyrtec 24 Hour Allergy Relief 4.0 Best OTC Allergy Medicine Overall Runner-Up
Nasacort Allergy 24 HR 4.0 Best Nasal Spray
Pataday Once Daily Extra Strength 2.0 Best Eye Drop

What is the best treatment for nasal allergies?

Steroid nasal sprays. Doctors recommend this as your first choice for treatment because of effectiveness and simplicity of use. Many are available by prescription, and some — including budesonide (Rhinocort), fluticasone propionate (Flonase) and triamcinolone acetonide (Nasacort) — are available over the counter.

What is the side effects of fluticasone propionate nasal spray?

Fluticasone nasal spray may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

  • headache.
  • dryness, stinging, burning or irritation in the nose.
  • nausea.
  • vomiting.
  • diarrhea.
  • bloody mucus in nose.
  • dizziness.

How good is fluticasone?

Fluticasone nasal has an average rating of 5.4 out of 10 from a total of 258 ratings on Drugs.com. 43% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 43% reported a negative effect.

How do I clear my nose from allergies?

Home Treatments

  1. Use a humidifier or vaporizer.
  2. Take long showers or breathe in steam from a pot of warm (but not too hot) water.
  3. Drink lots of fluids.
  4. Use a nasal saline spray.
  5. Try a Neti pot, nasal irrigator, or bulb syringe.
  6. Place a warm, wet towel on your face.
  7. Prop yourself up.
  8. Avoid chlorinated pools.

Is it OK to take FLONASE everyday?

FLONASE products are non habit-forming, and are safe to use every day as directed. FLONASE products provide 24-hour, all-day and all-night relief from nasal congestion, itchy eyes, watery eyes,* runny nose, itchy nose, and sneezing.

How much does a nasal spray cost for allergies?

In the lower range, expect to pay $3 to $5 for a 0.5 ml bottle. Mid-range allergy relief nasal sprays sell for $8 to $12. Name brands in the higher price range cost between $15 and $24 for a 0.5 ml spray bottle. If antihistamine nasal sprays cause drowsiness, use them before bedtime.

Are there any side effects to nasal spray?

However, any steroid taken for extended periods can produce unpleasant side effects. If you spray and spray all day, you may be overusing your allergy relief nasal spray. Long-term use of corticosteroid allergy relief nasal sprays can cause headaches, stinging and burning nasal passages, nosebleeds, and eye conditions such as cataracts.

Which is the best nasal spray for congestion?

Afrin No Drip Severe Congestion Pump Nasal Mist Twin Pack is an excellent value and an effective nasal spray for severe congestion. The fast-acting, non-drowsy formulation calms allergy symptoms for long-lasting suppression of seasonal stuffiness.

Are there any over the counter allergy sprays?

Some allergy relief nasal sprays with decongestants, in combination with antihistamines, are available over the counter. Antihistamines alone do not affect nasal congestion. When using decongestant allergy relief nasal sprays for more than a few days, you may experience a rebound effect, and your nasal congestion may worsen.

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Ruth Doyle