Allergy Medications: Relief for Allergy Symptoms

Allergy medications are used to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as sneezing, itching, and congestion. These medications work by blocking the action of histamines or reducing inflammation in the body caused by allergens.

Allergy Meds FAQ

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What medications are used to treat allergies?

Antihistamines, oral decongestants, combination antihistamines/decongestants, corticosteroid nasal sprays, skin creams, oral corticosteroids, eye drops, mast cell stabilizers, leukotriene inhibitors, biologics, and emergency epinephrine shots may all be used to treat allergies or allergic reactions.

What are the different types of Allergy medications?

Several types of medications are used to treat allergy symptoms. Here's more information. Allergy medications are available as pills, liquids, inhalers, nasal sprays, eyedrops, skin creams and shots (injections). Some are available over-the-counter; others are available by prescription only.

What is a good allergy medicine?

Mast cell stabilizers are another allergy medicine option. But they’re not a good option for quick relief, as they take longer to start working. Nasalcrom (cromolyn sodium nasal spray) is the only OTC nasal mast cell stabilizer currently available. Mast cell stabilizers work by preventing certain cells (called mast cells) from releasing histamine.

What is the best medication for allergies?

These drugs reduce inflammation and help shut down allergy symptoms. The best known formulas for allergy relief are nose sprays such as mometasone (Nasonex) and fluticasone (Flonase Allergy Relief). Corticosteroids are also available as inhalers, pills, liquids and eye drops, many by prescription only.

Can medication cause allergies?

All medication can cause side effects, but some can also cause allergies. Allergies can occur to medication prescribed by your doctor or medication bought from supermarkets and pharmacies. Medication can cause mild general allergic symptoms or severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).