Question 1

is there an anti histamine medicine which does not have lactose in it?

Accepted Answer

Allegra (fexofenadine): Allegra is an anti-histamine which, according to a detailed ingredient list, does not contain lactose.  See http://www.Drugs.Com/pro/allegra.Html.  I would recommend getting the name brand Allegra though instead of generic fexofenadine since some generic forms may contain lactose.

Question 2

since last month i have felt itchiness the whole body. i tried anti-histamine drugs but it can't cure, just symptomatic. it does not have apparently no rush, redness at the time of itching. plz give me an advice.

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PRURITUS: PRURITUS can be difficult to evaluate. You must rule out allergens in home and work environment as week as food triggers.  Remember " ALLERGIES DEVELOP OVER TIME AND EXPOSURE"  you must keep a diary to assist you, while you are documenting potential triggers, you should be on a H1 blocker Zyrtec 10mg/ H2 blocker Zantac 300mg/ leukotrine inhibitor Singulair (montelukast) 10mg.     After labs and allergy testing

Question 3

our child she is 14 month she get itching in her body before two months she take anti histamine drug and ant_inflammatory drugs for several times but?

Accepted Answer

Moisturizing lotion: Are there any rashes? Your child needs to do allergy test to see if your doctor can figure out what she is allergic to. Has any blood test being done to rule out other causes of itching? See your doctor to determine the cause. A moisturizing lotion will take care of itching caused by dry skin.

Question 4

what is name of otc anti-histamine drugs which deal with airborne pollen?

Accepted Answer

They all do: Antihistamines don't target one type of allergen. The work to prevent the reaction that follows all allergen exposure. Many people like claritin, (loratadine) allegra, or zyrtec. All are otc.

Question 5

sudafed + beconase (beclomethasone) + anti-histamine is good sinusitis medicine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It's a good combination for chronic sinusitis, but not acute bacterial sinusitis which would require antibiotics. Decongesting the nose is helpful in acute as well as chronic sinusitis.

Question 6

i'm having itching all over body with no rash. i take anti histamine drugs allegra (fexofenadine) m. that only controls it not cures it. i also have asthama?

Accepted Answer

? dry skin: That's usually the case with atopic individuals,as you said you have asthma too, you may or may not start to have rash with continuous itching, antihistamines will just control the itch, skin care in form of bathing with cream soap, moisturizing your skin right after bathing while the skin is still moist, all that would help, keep your body well hydrated and watch your environment (cats,dust )

Question 7

i'm having an allergic reaction. i don't know what caused it but i'm itchy sore and my skin is inflamed. i've put epiderm on my chest and taken an anti histamine. what's the next step as this does not seem to be working?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would need to be ascertained if it is allergy or something else. if it is allergy, you may need to use different anti-allergy medication. It would be prudent to see your doctor. 
Wish you good health!

Question 8

what is the proper dosage of anti-histamine?

Accepted Answer

Package instructions: The package instructions will give the recommended dosages for over the counter medication.  Prescriptions will give the proper dosing of antihistamines and other medications.  Usual dosing takes into account other medications you might be taking plus a margin of safety.  When in doubt, ask your physician.

Question 9

overdosing on anti histamine tablets bad for you?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Overdosing on anything is bad for you. Although these drugs are safe, you must be cautious in taking them.

Question 10

which anti-histamine is best for hayfever?

Accepted Answer

Many choices: There are many excellent choices for antihistamines that are effective for treating hayfever.  The new generation products work well and have few side effects.  These include zyrtec (cetirizine), Allegra (fexofenadine), Claritin (loratadine), Clarinex (desloratadine) and xyzal (levocetirizine).  The good news is that they are available without a prescription and most are available in several forms.

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Is there an anti histamine medicine which does not have lactose in it

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Is there an anti histamine medicine which does not have lactose in it?

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Since last month i have felt itchiness the whole body. i tried anti-histamine drugs but it can't cure, just symptomatic. it does not have apparently no rush, redness at the time of itching. plz give me an advice.

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Our child she is 14 month she get itching in her body before two months she take anti histamine drug and ant_inflammatory drugs for several times but?

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What is name of otc anti-histamine drugs which deal with airborne pollen?

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Sudafed + beconase (beclomethasone) + anti-histamine is good sinusitis medicine?

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I'm having itching all over body with no rash. i take anti histamine drugs allegra (fexofenadine) m. that only controls it not cures it. i also have asthama?

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I'm having an allergic reaction. i don't know what caused it but i'm itchy sore and my skin is inflamed. i've put epiderm on my chest and taken an anti histamine. what's the next step as this does not seem to be working?

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What is the proper dosage of anti-histamine?

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Overdosing on anti histamine tablets bad for you?

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Which anti-histamine is best for hayfever?

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