What's an effective allergy and/or sinus over-the-counter medicine for a itchy, runny nose?
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Get this stuff at the health food store called Quercetin. It is a sinus soother and a bioflavanoid. It is better for you than anything OTC. Trust me, I used to be allergic to everything and was on 11 different pills. Cut them all cold turkey and started taking Quercetin on the advice of a physician. Now I am healthy :)
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I'm allergic to everything known in the out side world.  My Dr. prescribed Flonase.  Worked like a charm.  You have to use it every day, even if there are no symptoms.  It took about 5 days to get the best results.  If you don't have insurance try the walmart brand of nasal spray, pump action.
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Severe congestion that has been on-going for 12 months is most likely to be from allergies.  There are quite a few agents: anti-histamines both drowsey and non-drowsey types, decongestants (pseudoephedrine, atrovent), mast cell stablizers, and steriod nasal sprays (there may be others I am not thinking of) can all be used and have varying sucess depending on the person.  Sometimes combinations of medications are used.  \n\nYou may also want to try to isolate what might be causing your allergies.  Pet dander, down comforter, food allergy or some other thing you have contact with every day may be worsening your symptoms.  Of course avoiding contact will help.  It doesn't matter if you didn't used to have an allergy to X, allergies can develop over time.     \n\nUsually this is a condition your primary care provider can address.  If doctors finds on physical exam that you have developed a nasal polyp (a growth on the muscous membrane inside your nose from allergies) then a referral to a specialist is warranted - otherwise this is routine business for any family doctor or midlevel provider.  \n\nI have seen water rinse devices for rinsing your nose/sinuses advertised, but I don't know of any patient who have severe symptoms who achieved relief with the device...save your money.
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prednol cortisone cream is what i'd use if i started getting itchy..but being cortisone, there is only so much you can use of it so often.  you should seek an allergy specialist that you can afford, do some research online on health sites and archives-most importantly, join an allergy yahoogroup to reach a wider audience of people suffering from allergies who'd be experienced enough to guide you in different ways.  make sure you drink lots of water, do some relaxation techniques if possible-find out about EFT-and know that you're not alone.  I've been on zyrtec for almost four years and I'm having trouble getting off it too-although mine come in the form of headaches and constant sleep need along with hives.  GOOD LUCK!!!  ps It's also DEFINETLY worthwhile for you to keep a food and activity diary to try and pinpoint any new allergens that may have come up in your life.
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dw gave good info except those are not OTC  only prescription. For OTC meds  Claritin D has the antihistamine and decongestant, Nasochrom nasal spray helps too
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I believe you are talking about sudafed - generic name pseudoephedrine.  This is an OTC (over-the-counter) decongestant that can be purchased at any drugstore and will decrease the congestion and swelling of your nasal passages.  As far as limiting nasal secretions, or "stopping post-nasal drip," your best option is to discover the source of your irritation - do you have a virus or other infection causing it?  Do you have allergies to animals or dust that are in your home/office, or are your nasal passages irritated by acid coming up from your stomach?  These are the most common causes for post-nasal drip.  I would recommend you see a physician for your allergies and try hard to eliminate the source of your allergies at home - before you suffer further complications.
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Homeopathic treatment for Itching and Allergy:-\nSULFUR 30C will treat all kinds of itching due to allergic reaction to anything. Take it thrice a day half hour before meals and stop as soon as you feel the itch is gone.Stop.\nTake Care and God Bless you !
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No over-the-counter (OTC) medications can cure acute sinusitis. But some OTC medications and other home remedies may help reduce pain and congestion associated with sinusitis. These remedies include:\n\n- Spraying a saline solution in your nose several times a day to relieve stuffiness \n- Inhaling steam from a bowl of hot — not boiling — water several times a day \n- Taking over-the-counter pain relievers \n- Applying warm compresses to your nose, cheeks and eyes \n- Drinking additional fluids \n\nActually, most cases of sinusitis are cured without antibiotics, but I hope these remedies at least make it better for tonight.\n\nAnd happy birthday!
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try non-drowsy alleve sinus and cold 12hour tablets,otc at any drug store
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If it is truley an allergic reaction then antihistamines usually work.  For more details go to webmd.
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I've taken Seldane a couple of times and it was possibly the most potent antihistamine I've ever had.  My methods for allergy relief now are quite different.  I work as a doctor of chiropractic/clinical kinesiologist in a sports chiropractic clinic.  I use a very specific allergy elimination technique that works great as well as get rid of any inflammation in the nervous system and bugs in your gut to assist with allergies of all types.  If I knew what area you lived in I could possibly advise you on where to go/who to see.  In any case, I can't vouch for other doctors' results but two websites may be of interest/help:  see below.  Allergies are nothing more than your brain's inability to recognize certain substances properly and respond properly.  Acupuncture, kinesiology, nutrition, etc...are all good for relieving allergy symptoms and get to the root of the problem.
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Try an over the counter allergy pill and see if it helps.  Loratadine is the ingredient to look for.  It won't make you sleepy or jumpy.  It should at least reduce your sneezing.
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Antihistamines provide relief of symptoms of allergies such as rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes and sneezing. Decongestants relieve congestion, promote sinus draining and improve breathing.
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Flonase is awesome! I use it, and it clears up those pesky allergies in a snap. It is a nasal spray. I used to take Claritan etc. but now since I got a script for this, I don't take anything but the spray. Ask your doctor for it.
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be careful of allergy medications that you use, even over the counter ones -- especially if they include "anti-histamine" which is number one contraindicated among people with asthma. this dries up your airways, so you think you feel better -- but it can do more harm than good. \n\nmy sister also has asthma -- she was taking over-the-counter benadryl before, but when we found out, we discouraged her from taking it (because of anti-histamine). so she was prescribed singulair -- she says it works. i guess not for you. what specifically triggers your asthma? is it the pollen? dust? pet dander? one thing you can do is avoid those allergens.\n\nif im not mistaken (i kinda forgot) claritin also has some anti-histamine in it. i suggest you speak to your doctor about claritin, also let him/her know that singulair and zyrtec is not really working for you, and if there is anything that he can prescribed that is safe for people with asthma would be great. (a stronger dose maybe). but try not to self medicate. i suggest you speak to your physician first.\n\nanother option is your doctor might prescribe you some corticosteroids to help you manage your allegies. they help you tolerate the allergens that trigger your asthma attack -- but you must take them religiously.
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I suffer from allergies and occasionally end up with hives.  Try Benadryl or another antihistamine and it should relieve the itchiness.
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Allergies make you sneeze alot and itchy nose and throat and eyes. Your nose will run too. Similar to a cold. Sinus's you will have a thick green discharge from your nose. you can suffer with this because it can give you headaches too. The doctor will give you antibiotics to clear up the infection.Claritin is good for allergies. I have found for sinis problems nothing (over the counter) really clears it up, just relieves the symptoms for a while.