How to deal with seasonal allergies?

Antihistamines: There are several newer antihistamines that are now over the counter. Allegra, zyrtec and Claritin (loratadine) to name a few. Try these at suggested dosage. If they don't work, see your doctor.

Antihistamines: There are several newer antihistamines that are now over the counter. Allegra, zyrtec and Claritin (loratadine) to name a few. Try these at suggested dosage. If they don't work, see your doctor.

Plan ahead: Once symptoms start, they are more difficult to control. Avoidance of pollen is frequently not practical. Medications can be very helpful especially if taken before the pollen starts blowing around. Allergy injections are the best long term treatment. An allergist can assist in an individualized treatment plan.

Medications or Shots: For some people over the counter antihistamines control many allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny & itchy nose. For nasal congestion, post nasal drip & headache, a prescription corticosteroid spray is often needed. For some people medications don't completely control symptoms or they must take them continuously. Allergy shots help get rid of the cause of allergy and decrease medication needs.