Question 1

city water makes me sick. could this be related to a fluoride allergy?

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Highly unlikely: You would have trouble with tooth paste!

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: fluoride allergy?

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Simple: A true fluoride allergy is when somebody exhibits classic allergy based symptoms to fluoride i.e. severe rashes, shortness of breath, swelling of neck, loss in blood pressure.

anything short of this is more likely to be an adverse reaction which too can be serious but perhaps treated in a different way.

Adverse reaction more common than true allergy. Patch tests determine what youre allergic to

Question 3

what are fluoride allergy symptoms?

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No fluoride allergy: The authors of diatribes on the dangers of Fluoride use ambiguous & misleading terms to scare people about this important anti-cavity substance. Anecdotal reports from >50 yrs ago reported hypersensitive effects to 1 mg of fluoride. Fluoride supplements for children do not contain that much fluoride. The "hypersensitive" status refers to increased sensitivity not true allergy in these rare cases.

Question 4

is it bad to take otc allergy medication to help fall asleep once in a while?

Accepted Answer

Try Melatonin: If you use Benedryl or some other OTC allergy medication to fall asleep once in awhile it won't hurt you.  However, its not a perfect solution.  These medications change your sleep architecture.  You don't get the right balance of each stage of sleep to feel rested.  You may feel hung-over in the morning.  A better solution would be Melatonin.  You can buy it a healthfood store.  Sulingual is best

Question 5

i have had a very slight case of gynecomastia all my life. possibly caused by allergy medication?

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Not a common cause: Other than steroids, I am not aware of any common allergy drugs that are associated with the development of gynecomastia.
For a list of some medications linked to gynecomastia, go to:
http://www.Livestrong.Com/article/175328-drugs-that-could-cause-gynecomastia/.

Question 6

which drug is a good allergy medication?

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Depends: The choice of allergy medication depends on symptoms. There are several good over the counter antihistamines. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Question 7

which allergy medication works best for a 5 yr old?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or claritin: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) works well but can be sedating, or paradoxically might cause hyperactivity.  Claritin is a nice alternative, working for 24 hours and usually not sedating.

Question 8

what is a effective no drowsy over-the-counter allergy  medication?

Accepted Answer

Allegra or Claritin (loratadine) : Allergy medicines are usully antihistamines
first generation antihistamines like benadryl, (diphenhydramine) often make people sleepy.  Second generation drugs like Allegra and Claritin much less  commonly cause drowsiness.

Question 9

can i take hydrocodone and a non-drowsy allergy medication?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Should be ok at normal doses of hydrocodone (5-15 mg per dose, 3-4 times a day).  At VERY high doses (more than 120 mg per day), there is a slight risk of heart arrhythmia along with things like ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) or psuedoephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) due to an additive effect.

Question 10

what's a good alternative for bromfed (brompheniramine) allergy medication?

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Depends: There are different types of bromfed..With or without decongestant..Either way other anithistamines won't make you as drowsy.Try Allegra (fexofenadine)  zyrtec or claritin(with or without sudafed)..There are generics for all of these and they are now over the counter..Just read the labels for any precautions for yourself.

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