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What are the best otc meds for 1.indoor and 2.outdoor allergies?how does these meds work differently(on diff. allergens) from each other?
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Allergies: Your Body responds to allergens the same way whether they are indoor allergens or outside allergens by releasing Histamines and Leukitrines . To treat these allergic responses , doctors prescribe Antihistamines Such as Benadryl (diphenhydramine) ( sedating ) Alkegra or Zyrtic or Claritin ( non sedating ) . Leukotrine inhibitors such as Singulair . To maximize allergy treatment , we can add topical nasal steroids .
Answered 6/29/2014
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