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Post by bbkeef on Jun 30, 2014 13:25:02 GMT
A couple weeks ago I was fighting mad allergies (this is new for me) and my doc suggested I take the following:
Zyrtec in the morning (24 hr. pill) - OTC
Flonase in the morning (1 squirt each nostril)-prescription
Benzonatate (anti-coughing prescription 3 x a day)-prescription
Singulair at night before bed-prescription
I am still not having complete relief 2 weeks into this routine. Anyone have a routine that stops the all over itching, drainage down the back of the throat and general feeling of fatigue? TIA! |
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Post by shevy on Jun 30, 2014 13:29:07 GMT
I take Singular, Zyrtec and Flonase. But I also use a netti pot or irrigation bottle in the shower every day to clear out my sinus and hydrate them. It really really helps. Another thing is that I shower before bed so that my body/hair isn't full of outside allergens while I sleep and I wash my sheets more often in the summer.
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anaterra
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Post by anaterra on Jun 30, 2014 14:00:56 GMT
My husband uses flonase n singular but he also gets 3 shots every other week... when we cruise or vacation on the coast he is ok but home is not good..
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Post by bbkeef on Jun 30, 2014 14:07:07 GMT
I know I should take the shower before bed. I've heard that does wonders to get all the junk off...
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Post by rumplesnat on Jun 30, 2014 14:11:08 GMT
I take Singulair and Allegra daily. I also was taking Nasonex, but stopped when I became pregnant. This combination works for me for all allergies but animals. If I'm around a cat or dog, I'm a mess within 5 minutes and have major symptoms for about 24 more hours, often triggering my asthma.
I used to get weekly allergy shots, for over 2 years, but never got any relief.
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Post by Laura in OK on Jun 30, 2014 14:35:20 GMT
I'm also having a horrible year with allergies. I'm on a similar med regime with only partial relief. Add to that, I have asthma too, so I'm ready for things to change.
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Post by kelbel827 on Jun 30, 2014 14:36:31 GMT
I take Claritin d in the morning, Zyrtec in the morning, and when I'm really itchy,benedryl at night. I also use proair for asthma when I need it and Advair when I'm really having trouble breathing
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Post by Merge on Jun 30, 2014 14:43:33 GMT
I know it seems odd, but try adding a Zantac 150 to your regular allergy meds. It's an H2 inhibitor and helps your regular meds (the H1 inhibitor) work better.
That's what I have to do for chronic hives and it knocks out my nasal allergies too.
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Post by bbkeef on Jun 30, 2014 14:50:41 GMT
MergeLeft my sister is on Zantac for allergies too! I take Zantac fairly regularly anyway (at least a few times a week), but maybe I'll just make it a part of the daily routine. Thanks!
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Post by Basket1lady on Jun 30, 2014 15:01:36 GMT
I'm also on Zyrtec, Flonase, and Singular. And I've added Mucinex D for the past three weeks. My allergies are nuts right now. I use a Neil Med sinus rinse twice daily and shower before bed as well. I have allergies year round, but still pray for winter because it is better. But by March 1, I'm in defense mode again. Go back to your doctor if this is unusual for you. You may need a steroid to know out a reaction.
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Post by freecharlie on Jun 30, 2014 15:36:03 GMT
A couple weeks ago I was fighting mad allergies (this is new for me) and my doc suggested I take the following:
Zyrtec in the morning (24 hr. pill) - OTC
Flonase in the morning (1 squirt each nostril)-prescription
Benzonatate (anti-coughing prescription 3 x a day)-prescription
Singulair at night before bed-prescription
I am still not having complete relief 2 weeks into this routine. Anyone have a routine that stops the all over itching, drainage down the back of the throat and general feeling of fatigue? TIA! add benadryl when they get bad, check your house and vents for allergens, use the neti |
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Post by donna on Jun 30, 2014 15:40:56 GMT
When mine get really bad I have to add some pseudofed to the mix.
I hope you get some relief soon.
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valleyview
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Post by valleyview on Jun 30, 2014 19:04:32 GMT
Boy, the things one can learn from peas! DH has chronic hives and takes Zyrtec daily. Would he need Zantac during a flare, or daily use? He hates taking meds, but knows how bad his allergies are without them.
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Post by meridon on Jun 30, 2014 22:11:35 GMT
So what is it in the summer that's worse? I realize that may depend on where you live.....DH and I and all 3 kids get seasonal allergies, but youngest DD has had a runny nose for about two weeks now. Doing Claritin in the AM and Zyrtec at night and occasional Benadryl if she's really snotty.
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Post by oktrae on Jul 1, 2014 2:53:11 GMT
Do you get shots? That's really the only thing helping me to get long term relief.
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Post by bbkeef on Jul 1, 2014 12:34:03 GMT
No I don't get shots. That actually hasn't even been offered as treatment yet. I may ask next time I go in. I was weeding flower beds last night and got some pollen from some lilies on my upper arms. It actually started stinging and burning! I did take a shower before bed last night and I slept great and didn't itch or get stuffed up.
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Post by Merge on Jul 1, 2014 12:45:05 GMT
Boy, the things one can learn from peas! DH has chronic hives and takes Zyrtec daily. Would he need Zantac during a flare, or daily use? He hates taking meds, but knows how bad his allergies are without them. My understanding is that all allergy meds are most effective when taken daily ... that would include the Zantac. I'm not a doctor, though. He should check with his doctor to be sure this med combo is OK for him. |
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valleyview
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Post by valleyview on Jul 1, 2014 14:08:10 GMT
He does take meds daily, but he had a hive situation during the winter that has not quite resolved. Dermatologist and PCP seem to think it is no big deal.
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