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Senokot Allergy
Allergies (Definition)
Allergies occur when your immune system is triggered by envirionmental factors it should ignore--for example, pollen in the air, or dander on a cat or dog--and creates cells to fight against them. An allergic reaction typically causes itching, congestion, or drainage, and ...Read more
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How long before senokot (senna) take effect?
See details: It is best to take at bedtime so it will usually work the next morning. ...Read more
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Treating Skin Allergies (Checklist)
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Is senokot (senna) used for constipation?
Yes: Senokot (senna) may be used in the treatment of constipation. ...Read more
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Is a euphorbia allergy a latex allergy?
Question of the week: Delores ibanez et al reported in allergy 59; 1127:2004 an association between latex from the poinsettia (euphorbia pulcherrima) & asthma. In at least 1 patient skin testing was positive to latex from the poinsettia & natural rubber latex. Inhalation challenges with poinettia extract but not latex rubber triggered asthma. Poinettias & not xmas trees may be the cause of xmas time asthma attacks! ...Read more
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Does cetirizine (aka zyrtec) allergy medication contain any stimulant components?
No: Cetirizine is also marketed with pseudoefedrine, which can be a stimulant in some people. Avoid zyrtec-d. ...Read more
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If i've conjunctivitis allergy, can it heal by allergy injection therapy ?Tried allergy meds : allegysal, patanol (olopatadine) and avil, Claritin loratadine, please help
Yes: Treatment of allergic conjunctivitis starts with eliminating or avoiding the allergen as well as rinsing the allergen from your eyes with plain water (reduces the allergen load). Allergy shots can help as can oral allergy meds. There are eye drops that help a great deal also. Steroid eye drops are very effective but are not used long term due to risk of glaucoma and cataract. ...Read more
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Does MIRALAX (polyethylene glycol) contain dairy, lactose or gluten?
No: It does not contain these things
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Possible celery allergy and loratadine?
Unrelated: Not sure that I am answering your question, but celery allergy does not interfere with taking loratadine. ...Read more
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Is Dulcolax or miralax (polyethylene glycol) better for constipation?
Constipation: Need more information about your symptoms.
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Does senokot (senna) work?
What are you asking?: The short answer is "yes", but really what are you asking? What is your intended indication for the product--improved stooling, weight reduction, reduced distension, etc? Also, remember, no medication is without some side effects. Best to check with your doctor who knows you best with regard to any medical limitation you may have or if any drug may be contraindicated in your particular case. ...Read more
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Can maalox (aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide and simethicone) cause some drug allergy symptoms like rash?
Yes: One can become allergic to any substance at any time, even if you have tolerated it before. Dangerous allergic reactions such as lip, face, tongue, or throat swelling require immediate trip to er; lesser reactions like a rash or hives can be treated with over the counter Benadryl (diphenhydramine) -- for an adult 2 tablets every 4 hours. Good luck! ...Read more
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Can a person taking risperidone take Allegra-D allergy & congestion?
Yes: Not interaction, good that you asked, always exercise caution with multiple medications, good luck ...Read more
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Looking for nut allergies symptoms, eg, cashew allergy?
Varies: Allergic reactions varies with individuals.Some can consume cashews, while to others they are toxic.Reactions can be mild or severe. Mild reactions include nausea , vomiting, diarrhea. Skin rash and itching on the skin.The eyes , roof of mouth and throat may itch.Severe reactions include difficulty breathing, swelling to face and throat.The most dangerous is anaphylaxis.This can be fatal ...Read more
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Has anyone used senokot (senna) tablets for constipation?
Yes: That is the typical use of senokot (senna). ...Read more
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Will something like Claritin (loratadine) or zyrtec relieve cat allergy symptoms?
Possible: Oral antihistamines are used to treat itchy nose, eye and sneezing. So if one is experiencing these symptoms use of anti histamines would be reasonable. ...Read more
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Can overuse of senna cause tinnitus?
Tinnitus: I have no reason to believe that senna can cause any ear issues. I have not heard of this at all. Consider another cause. If it bothers you, se an ent. ...Read more
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Is senokot (senna) an effective diet pill?
No, it's a laxative: Laxatives are not effective diet pills. You lose water and electrolytes (sodium, potassium, etc), not calories, not fat, you just get dehydrated-not real weight loss. Take enough and you screw up your bowel and kidneys. ...Read more
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Taking antihistamine and diphenhydramine allergy pills ok?
Drug interactions: Zyrtec interacts with both Diphenhydramine and claritin (loratadine). ...Read more
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