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Allergic reactions include runny nose and watery eyes. can antihistamine drugs help prevent or decrease the effects of an allergic reaction?

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Dr. Linda Green answered

Yes: Antihistamines are very successful at decreasing symptoms of runny nose and itchy eyes. There are both aver the counter and prescription antihistamines available.

Dr Fishburn agreed

Answered 7/12/2013

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A member asked:

Allergic reactions include runny nose and watery eyes. can antihistamine drugs help prevent or decrease the effects of an allergic reaction?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Linda Green answered

Dr Fishburn agreed

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