Question 1

dirty air in your house a risk if ragweed allergy?

Accepted Answer

NO: Ragweed is a specific plant, which usually results in allergy symptoms in the fall.

Question 2

can a child take melatonin and allergy relief together?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but:: Many antihistamines make children either sleepy or overexcited, so melatonin may work too well or not at all when taken with an antihistamine.

Question 3

what can  occur if i gave a 3 year old ( 35 pounds ) allergy relief?

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Depends: Most allergy medicine is sedating.  Some allergy medicines have very few side effects.  If you are concerned about the effects and the dose, you can call poison control with the exact name and dose of the medications and they can advise you what to do and what you are likely to see.

Question 4

has anyone ever heard of a product for allergy relief called "rootology"? its all natural and supposed to give fast relief. reviews?

Accepted Answer

No: But most herbal medicine really does not work that well for hay fever symptoms although a chinese herbal formula (not in market yet) has shown some efficacy in controlling food allergies. 
Base on the name, i presume that the product is made from plant roots possibly with some licorice and ginseng thrown in.

Question 5

i recently purchased a store brand allergy relief in a form of capsules. the expiration date is 12/2015. is it safe to take and is it still effective?

Accepted Answer

Expired : Drugs may still be effective or inactive due to the disintegration of the chemicals. Since the effectiveness is not certain it is advisable to use non expired drugs

Question 6

what is a method at home i can do for allergy relief?

Accepted Answer

Avoidance: The best way to deal with allergies is avoidance of allergens and triggers whenever possible. Other approaches include medications (over the counter and prescription) and allergy shots. An allergist can help identify allergens and triggers and MAP out an appropriate treatment plan.

Question 7

how do i get allergy relief?

Accepted Answer

Allergies: First and foremost, get in to see an allergist to find out what you are allergic to. Over the counter allergy medications are never very effective although it is a multi-billion dollar industry that the american public believes helps based on the lies of commercials. See your allergist, find out what you are allergic to, and come up with a good plan of action to avoid and treat.

Question 8

what otc products work for allergy relief?

Accepted Answer

Several: There are several otc allergy medicines that are available. Some examples include allegra, zyrtec and claritin (loratadine).

Question 9

what is the medical term for ragweed allergy?

Accepted Answer

Ragweed: Allergy to ambrosia artermisifolia in the asteracea family but most of us call it a ragweed allergy.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: ragweed allergy?

Accepted Answer

Pollen allergy: Ragweed allergy result from IgE mediated reaction to the weed pollen. Symptoms include runny nose, itchy watery eyes, sneezing. Diagnosis is made by skin test for blood test.

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Has anyone ever heard of a product for allergy relief called "rootology"? its all natural and supposed to give fast relief. reviews?

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I recently purchased a store brand allergy relief in a form of capsules. the expiration date is 12/2015. is it safe to take and is it still effective?

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What is a method at home i can do for allergy relief?

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