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Sunday, March 21st, 2010
Allergy Drugs: Nasal Mast Cell Stabilizers
Cromolyn nasal spray (Nasalcrom)
HOW DO THESE DRUGS WORK?
These medications stabilize mast cell membranes, which prevents the release of inflammatory and allergy-producing substances known as histamines and leukotrienes.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
These drugs prevent allergy symptoms, although they can take up to four weeks to be fully effective.
POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS
- Bad taste in the mouth
- Cough, dry throat
- Headache
- Nosebleeds or runny nose
- Sneezing
- Stinging, burning, or irritation inside the nose
MAJOR CAUTIONS
- Difficulty breathing
KNOWN DRUG INTERACTIONS
None known.
FOOD OR SUPPLEMENT INTERACTIONS
None known.
NUTRIENT DEPLETION/IMBALANCE
None known.
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Sunday, March 14th, 2010
Allergy Drugs: Nasal Decongestants
Oxymetazoline (Afrin)
Phenylephrine nasal (4-Way Fast Acting, Afrin Children
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Tuesday, March 9th, 2010
Allergy Drugs: Nasal Corticosteroids
Triamcinolone nasal inhalation (Nasacort HFA)
Mometasone nasal spray (Nasonex)
Fluticasone nasal inhalation (Flonase)
Beclomethasone nasal inhalation (Beconase AQ)
Triamcinolone nasal spray (Nasacort AQ)
Budesonide nasal inhaler (Rhinocort Aqua)
Flunisolide nasal inhalation (Nasarel)
HOW DO THESE DRUGS WORK?
This class of allergy medications reduces substances that promote allergy reactions such as a runny nose and swelling.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
Decreased runny nose and nasal congestion.
POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS
- Burning, dryness, or irritation inside the nose
- Headache
- Nosebleed
- Unpleasant taste
- Throat irritation
MAJOR CAUTIONS
- Blurred vision or other vision change
- Dizziness or light-headedness
- Nausea, vomiting
- Frequent nosebleeds
- Stomach pain
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
- White patches or sores in the mouth or nose (fungal infection) (more…)
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Saturday, March 6th, 2010
Allergy Drugs: Nasal Anticholinergics
Ipratropium nasal (Atrovent nasal)
HOW DOES THIS DRUG WORK?
This drug blocks the effect of the cholinergic nerves. This causes the muscles to relax and the lung bronchi to dilate for improved breathing. It also relieves a runny nose.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
Treats a runny nose and improves breathing that is affected by allergies. (more…)
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Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Allergy Drugs: Leukotriene Modifiers
Montelukast granules (Singulair granules)
Montelukast (Singulair)
HOW DO THESE DRUGS WORK?
These medications block the action or production of inflammatory compounds known as leukotrienes. These compounds are normally released during infection or an allergic response.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
They reduce allergy symptoms and are safer than steroids for long-term use by those with asthma caused by allergies.
POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS
- Cough
- Insomnia
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Hoarseness or sore throat
- Indigestion or stomach upset
- Muscle aches or cramps
- Nausea
- Runny nose
- Unusual dreams
MAJOR CAUTIONS (more…)
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Saturday, February 27th, 2010
Allergy Drugs: Decongestants
Pseudoephedrine
Actifed Daytime Allergy
Cenafed, Decofed
Dimetapp Decongestant Pediatric
Dimetapp Maximum Strength 12-Hour Non-Drowsy Extentabs
Dimetapp Maximum Strength Non-Drowsy Liqui-Gels
Dorcol Children
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Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
Allergy Drugs: Antihistamines
Brompheniramine (BroveX, BroveX CT, Lodrane 12 Hour ER Tablet)
Chlorpheniramine (Aller-Chlor, Allergy, Chlo-Amine, Chlor-Trimeton, Chlor-Trimeton Allergy, Efidac 24)
Promethazine Oral (Phenergan)
Azelastine Nasal Spray (Astelin)
Fexofenadine (Allegra)
Loratadine (Alavert, Claritin)
Dexchlorpheniramine oral syrup
Desloratadine (Clarinex)
Brompheniramine Oral Suspension (BroveX Oral Suspension)
Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
Clemastine (Dayhist-1, Tavist, Tavist Allergy)
Diphenhydramine Oral (AllerMax, Banophen, Benadryl, Diphenhist, Genahist)
Dexchlorpheniramine ER
Carbinoxamine (Histex CT)
HOW DO THESE DRUGS WORK?
Antihistamines work by preventing histamine from binding to histamine receptors. This prevents the release of chemicals in cells that cause allergy symptoms.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
This class of allergy medications is effective in reducing the symptoms of sneezing, itchiness, and a runny nose.
POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
- Stomach upset
- Vision changes
- Irritability
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Dry nose
- Unusual restlessness or nervousness in children
MAJOR CAUTIONS (more…)
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Saturday, January 30th, 2010
Known drug interactions. Food or supplement interactions
Using other topical preparations may interfere with the effectiveness of salicylic acid or increase skin irritation; do not use other topical preparations on the treated area unless directed by your doctor. Talk with your doctor if you are taking aspirin, diuretics, and methyl salicylate (found in some muscle rubs); he/she may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
None known.
Antibiotics: Topical and Oral
Topical
Erythromycin (Akne-Mycin, Staticin, Erygel, EryDerm)
Clindamycin (C/T/S, Cleocin T, Clinda-Derm, Clindets Pledget)
Erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide (Benzamycin)
Clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide (Benzaclin)
Oral
Erythromycin (E-Mycin, Eryc, Ery-Tab, PCE, Pediazole, Ilosone)
Tetracycline (Achromycin, Sumycin)
HOW DO THESE DRUGS WORK? (more…)
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
KNOWN DRUG INTERACTIONS
Benzoyl peroxide should not be used with other topical treatments unless
indicated by your doctor. If used with tretinoin (Avita, Renova, Retin-A), it may
cause severe skin irritation.
FOOD OR SUPPLEMENT INTERACTIONS
There are no known food or supplement interactions or nutrient depletions
and/or imbalances associated with the use of topical benzoyl peroxide
treatments.
Salicylic Acid Topical
Oxy Clean Maximum Strength
Oxy Clean Medicated
Salex
Sebasorb
Stri-Dex
Zimulti
Phentrimine
Evening Primrose Oil
HOW DO THESE DRUGS WORK? (more…)
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Friday, January 22nd, 2010
Staying Safe with Pharmaceuticals
Get educated.Read as much information as you can on any drug before taking it. Learn the possible dangers and weigh them against the potential benefits.Ask your doctor and pharmacist about their experiences with patients who have used this medication. Find out whether to take the drug with meals or on an empty stomach, side effects to watch for, and what to do in case of an adverse reaction.
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