Quote of the Day - January 6th:
More than half of them thought they only had asthma when they were having symptoms. They are treating asthma more like a cold or flu that will go away between attacks, than as the serious, chronic disease which it is.
( Ethan Halm )

Flonase etc. (Fluticasone)

By admin | Feb 15, 2007 | 1 Comment »

Flonase nasal spray which contains fluticasone is effective at easing inflammation in the nose and lungs.  It is prescribed for respiratory allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffiness, sneezing, nasal itching, sniffling, and congestion.  Continue reading…

Allegra (Fexofenadine)

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Allegra (Fexofenadine) is a second generation, minimally sedating antihistamine that produced fewer side effects than the first generation antihistamines (diphenhydramine and brompheniramine).  They are less sedating and are not known to cause dizziness or impairment of the cognitive function.  Continue reading…

Zyrtec etc. (Cetirizine)

By admin | Feb 15, 2007 | 1 Comment »

Cetirizine, which is sold under the trade name, Zyrtec, is a non-sedating second generation antihistamine.  An antihistamine prevents sneezing, wheezing, itching of the nasal passages, and itching of the eyes caused by allergic symptoms.  Continue reading…

Allegra (Fexofenadine)

By admin | Feb 15, 2007 | No Comments »

Allegra (Fexofenadine) is a second generation, minimally sedating antihistamine that produced fewer side effects than the first generation antihistamines (diphenhydramine and brompheniramine).  They are less sedating and are not known to cause dizziness or impairment of the cognitive function.  Continue reading…

Optivar (Azelastine)

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Azelastine ophthalmic solution is specifically prescribed to treat irritated, watery, itchy eyes caused by seasonal allergic conjunctivitis from airborne allergens (like pollen, pets, or dust).  It is sold under the trade name, Optivar.  Continue reading…

Acular etc. (Ketorolac)

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Acular (ketorolac tromethamine) is a non-steroidal medication used to treat itching and swelling of the eye brought about by seasonal allergies.  It is also prescribed to reduce inflammation following cataract surgery and used to alleviate pain and minimizes light-sensitivity following other eye operations.  Continue reading…

Alrex (Loteprednol)

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Loteprednol is a type of topical corticosteroid medication that inhibits bodily processes that cause inflammation and swelling of the eye following surgery and infection.  Also, it relieves itching, redness, burning, and photophobia brought about by seasonal allergic conjunctivitis.  Continue reading…

Patanol (Olopatadine Hydrochloride)

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Olopatadine hydrochloride is an antihistamine used for treatment of itching, redness, and irritation of the eyes as a result of eye allergy conditions such as allergic conjunctivitis and allergic pink eye.  It works by blocking histamine, a substance in the body that triggers allergic symptoms.  Continue reading…

Artificial tears

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Artificial tears are lubricant eye drops or eye ointments used to moisten and relieve the irritation associated with deficient tear production in dry eyes.  They are used also to moisten contact lenses and in eye examinations.  They are composed of water, salts, and polymers without the proteins found in natural tears. Continue reading…

Aromatherapy etc. (Essential Oils)

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Aromatherapy is a form of alternative and complimentary medicine using the fragrances from concentrated herbal extracts or essential oils derived from grasses, flowers, leaves, bark, branches, needles, twigs, peel of fruit, and roots of plants for purposes of healing and upliftment of a person’s overall well-being. Continue reading…

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