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Article: ALLERGY ALERT
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- The Patriot Ledger Quincy, MA
- Article date:
- April 10, 2002
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ALLERGY ALERT
Medications don't have to knock you out
For many people, the joys of spring are all but ruined by
allergies.
Nearly 40 percent of Americans suffer from spring allergies. And
until recently, the only relief came from antihistamines, which do
block allergic reactions - but also incapacitate people with
drowsiness.
A new generation of prescription antihistamines, including
Claritin, Allegra and Zyrtec, offers relief without sedation. Doctors
also say steroid nasal sprays are very effective.
According to experts, avoiding allergens while finding the right
combination of medicines is the key to relief.
"The newer drug antihistamines - Claritin, Allegra - have fewer
side effects - ...