Question 1

what is the definition or description of: cognex allergy?

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Cognex allergy: Cognex  ((tacrine hydrochloride) has been used in the treatment of dementia. Allergic reactions can include difficulty breathing, hives and swelling of face, lips, throat, mouth or tongue.

Question 2

which illness does tacrine treat?

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Tacrine: Is an Anticholinesterase &amp; cholinergic agonist, for treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It was discontinued here about 2 years ago due to reports of liver toxicity.

Question 3

what could happen if a 2-year-old swallowed cognex?

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Dangerous: Depending on the amount, this is a potentially deadly situation. It should be treated as an emergency.

Question 4

is it safe to take tacrine while pregnant or breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Insufficient Data: Cognex® (tacrine hydrochloride capsules) is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate dementia of the alzheimer's type.

Insufficient data to recommend.

Category c: animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with tacrine. It is also not known whether cognex® (tacrine) can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproductive capacity.

Question 5

how can i stop my allergies?

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Avoid and treat: You can often lessen symptoms with avoidance and medications. To certain allergens you can greatly lessen sensitivity with specific allergen immunotherapy. You can lessen all ige mediated reactions with Omalizumab (xolair). As allergists we usually recommend various combinations of these depending on severity and duration of symptoms as well as comorbidities (other medical problems).

Question 6

why do you develop an allergy?

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Genetics: Simple answer: most who develop allergy it is because of genetics and environmental exposure to allergens. In reality it is much more complex than this.

Question 7

should i worry about allergies?

Accepted Answer

If too many symptoms: Hay fever (allergies) is usually due to pollens that are in the air. Some people are allergic to molds and other substances. One can wear a mask when working outdoors or when hiking. Avoid playing outdoors when the pollen or smog levels are high. Medicines such as Claritin otc, zyrtec otc, or prescription eye drops and nasal steroid sprays are helpful. Allergy shots are another option.

Question 8

ragweed allergies, how to deal?

Accepted Answer

Meds, Avoidance: Ragweed allergy presents with congestion, running, itching (eyes and nose), and post-nasal drip (season from August to first frost). See an Allergist in order to confirm suspicion. Intranasal steroid sprays and non-sedating antihistamines can be helpful as well as avoidance measures (keeping car and house windows close, avoid high pollen counts). Also allergy shots or new sublingual tablets.

Question 9

how can i discover my allergies?

Accepted Answer

Testing: By skin or serum testing which is consistent with your clinical history.

Question 10

what foods can trigger allergies?

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A few cause most: About 90% of serious food allergies caused by immune mechanisms come from a few foods: milk, egg, soy, wheat, peanut, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish. Allergies to fruits and vegetables are often due to cross-reactions with pollen allergies. However, there are also reactions that are not caused by immune mechanisms (intolerances) and these can occur to a wide range of other foods.

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