Question 1

what is the definition or description of: lithostat allergy?

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Lithostat allergies: Lithostat (acetohydroxamic acid) is used for patients who have chronic urea splitting bladder infections. It helps to prevent the buildup of large amounts of ammonia that can contribute to development of some types of kidney stones. See:   http://www.lithostat.com. Allergic reactions could include swelling of tongue, throat, lips, mouth, face,  hives or difficulty breathing.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: acetohydroxiamic acid allergy?

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Acetohydroxiamic: Acetohydroxiamic acid is used in the treatment of  urinary tract infections.  Allergic reactions can include difficulty breathing, hives and swelling of face, lips, throat, mouth or tongue.

Question 3

is lithostat (acetohydroxamic acid) still available to prevent kidney stones?

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See below: Lithostat (acetohydroxamic acid), the only urease inhibitor available for urea-splitting urinary infections in association with struvite stones, is available again at pharmacies nationwide, according to the drug's marketer, mission pharmacal.

Question 4

what do you suggest if my child used lithostat (acetohydroxamic acid) to prevent kidney stones. i can't get it any more. can anyone help?

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Stone prevention: Citrate is the essential ingredient to prevent kidney stones. Sodium or potassium citrate is typically used for children, but is available only by prescription as polycitra or citrapH.  Using lemon extract can work just as well.  A child can take three tablespoons per day, added to any beverage. Knowing why stones form in your child is essential. Then targeted therapy can be added.

Question 5

my daughter used lithostat (acetohydroxamic acid) to prevent kidney stones. why can't i get it now?

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Don't know: Should be available from any pharmacy. They should be able to get it from their wholesaler if they don't have it in stock. Many pharmacies avoid having inventory of drugs or compounds when that particular pharmacy has had little demand. You will need a prescription and needs to taken under medical supervision due to possible side effects. Website: www.Lithostat.Com. Phone# 1-800-298-1087.

Question 6

what could cause allergies all year long?

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All year long.: Most commonly dust mites and molds and pets. In rare cases, what you work around.

Question 7

what are the main causes of allergies during the winter?

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Indoor allergens: There is little that pollinates in the winter. If you are in the south you may experience mountain cedar pollinating then, but in the north there isn't really anything. So allergies in the winter tend to be caused by indoor allergens (pets, etc), or are not allergies but upper respiratory infections, or irritant responses to pollution, response to cold/dry air, etc.

Question 8

i am having allergy symptoms in my house. what may cause these outbreaks?

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Indoor allergies: Common indoor allergens include dust mite and animal dander.  Other less common indoor allergens are mold, cockroach, other pets (birds, rodents), and feathers (pillows, comforters).   During tree, grass or weed pollen season, pollen may blow through screens or open doors or windows, making it seem like indoor allergens.  An allergist can perform skin tests for these and have an answer in 20 min.

Question 9

what can cause crab allergies?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Crab allergy is a shellfish allergy and can develop at any time during adulthood.  Why some adults can consume crabs their entire life without any problems and others can go on to develop symptoms is unknown.  Shellfish allergy is a common adult allergen and symptoms can vary from one accidental exposure to the next so avoidance once symptoms develop is the best way to manage.

Question 10

why do allergies cause dizziness?

Accepted Answer

Yes they can: Allergies can interfere with normal nasal and ear function which then causes a problem with a structure known as semicircular canals.  These are part of the ear and help tell your brain where your head is located.

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