Allergies Health Center

While allergies cannot be fully cured, there are treatments available to regulate them and actions that can be taken to prevent further reactions. 

Many types of allergy medication can be purchased without a prescription at many over-the-counter drug stores. Antihistamines are popular in the treatment of seasonal and pollen allergies. Prescriptions are stronger and typically reserved for those who suffer more severely. 

Allergy shots are currently the only available treatment for long-term relief that has the chance of providing long lasting benefits even after the stopping of treatment. Given under the skin, they contain concentrations of the allergen thereby reducing the level of antibodies fighting it in the bloodstream. These shots have significant side effects so it is essential to discuss this option with a health care professional. Health experts recommend people who benefit from allergy shots continue receiving them for three years then consider stopping treatment. 

Besides medication, you can prevent symptoms and reactions by avoiding the allergen which causes the reaction. Make sure to read all food and product labels thoroughly and keep clean by washing your hands often. 

Review Date: 
June 27, 2012
Last Updated:
June 2, 2014
Source:
dailyrx.com