Trương Thanh Thảo is a pharmacy student who will counsel about over-the-counter antihistamines. There are two main types of antihistamines - first generation and newer second generation. Antihistamines work by preventing histamine released during allergic reactions from attaching to cells and causing symptoms. They can help treat symptoms of allergies, colds, and flu like fever, itching and sneezing. Common side effects include drowsiness, and those with health issues should consult a doctor before use. Patients should avoid alcohol and certain other drugs while taking antihistamines.
Trương Thanh Thảo is a pharmacy student who will counsel about over-the-counter antihistamines. There are two main types of antihistamines - first generation and newer second generation. Antihistamines work by preventing histamine released during allergic reactions from attaching to cells and causing symptoms. They can help treat symptoms of allergies, colds, and flu like fever, itching and sneezing. Common side effects include drowsiness, and those with health issues should consult a doctor before use. Patients should avoid alcohol and certain other drugs while taking antihistamines.
Trương Thanh Thảo is a pharmacy student who will counsel about over-the-counter antihistamines. There are two main types of antihistamines - first generation and newer second generation. Antihistamines work by preventing histamine released during allergic reactions from attaching to cells and causing symptoms. They can help treat symptoms of allergies, colds, and flu like fever, itching and sneezing. Common side effects include drowsiness, and those with health issues should consult a doctor before use. Patients should avoid alcohol and certain other drugs while taking antihistamines.
Hello my full name is Trương Thanh Thảo , i am currently studying pharmacy at
TDTU university, so i will become a pharmacist in the future. My job is proving
information about prescription and over-the-counter drugs and i can also make the best recommendations advice for customers when using drugs. Today, i will counsel you with useful information about over-the-counter antihistamines. And Over-the-counter drugs are medicines you can buy at any pharmacy without a doctor's prescription. Firstly, What types of OTC antihistamines are available? In the market, there are two antihistamines drugs available: first-generation and newer second-generation antihistamines. Both types of antihistamines are effective in reducing pain and allergy symptoms and they often are mixed with other drugs. here are some common antihistamines: About The first-generation antihistamines: Promethazin hydroclorid Clorpheniramin maleat ( to control allergy symptoms such as rhinitis, angioedema, urticaria) Brompheniramin maleat About the second-generation antihistamines: Loratadin Cetirizin hydroclorid Fexofenedin Second question, How do antihistamines work? When our body is in a normal state, histamine is available in the body cells are usually inactive because they exist in the complex from with proteins. However, when our body has any reaction to drugs, chemicals, the histamine will be released causing allergy symptoms such as: cough, fever, rash, itching, watery eyes.. So we use the antihistamines to prevent histamines from attaching to your cells and causing symptoms. Third, What symptoms can OTC antihistamines treat? Antihistamines can help prevent and treat the symptoms of allergies, colds, and the flu including fever, itching, sneezing, watery eyes, rash. It can also relieve itchiness caused by insect bites and affects the nervous system causing drowsiness so they are used to prevent motion sickness. Next, What are some common side effects of OTC antihistamines? Side effects from antihistamine aren't common for healthy adults. However, side effects can be a concern for older adults or people who have health problems. First- generation antihistamines are more likely to cause side effects than second- generation drugs and the common side effect is sleep, which can affect your ability. If we use an overdose antihistamine, it will make us feel insecure, have attention disorder, dry mouth, eye pain. What foods, drinks or activities should patients avoid while taking antihistamines? When taking antihistamines, the patient should avoid drinking alcohol, because alcohol can increase the sedative effect of the drug, and patients should avoid taking MAO inhibitors (metaxalone, methylene blue, procarbazine) during treatment with antihistamine and must ask your doctor first. Finally, Who shouldn’t take antihistamines? Talk to your doctor before using a first-generatuon antihistamine if you have any of the following health problems: Glaucoma Diabetes Heart disease High blood pressure Breathing problems, such as asthma, emphysema or chronic bronchitis Before taking a second-generation antihistamine, tell your doctor if you’ve ever had kidney or liver disease. I hope my infotmation about OTC antihistamines can be help for you