Your pharmacist can assess your symptoms and recommend products or write a prescription to help you get relief.
An allergic reaction is when your immune system overreacts to a normally harmless substance (allergens), such as pollen, dust, pet dander or certain foods. Symptoms can range from mild (sneezing, itching) to severe (anaphylaxis). If you experience severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing or swelling, seek immediate medical attention.
Allergies can last for a few hours up to a couple of weeks depending on your exposure to the allergen causing the allergic reaction.
Yes, allergies can go away on their own over time depending on your level of exposure to the allergen and how severe of a reaction you have. However, it is recommended to monitor your symptoms and speak with a Pharmacist about treatment on the onset of your symptoms to reduce and relieve allergy symptoms with appropriate medication.
The difference between allergies and asthma is that allergies are triggered by a reaction to household or outdoor allergens with varying symptoms, whereas Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways which causes limited airflow and difficulty breathing. If you are unsure if you are suffering from allergies or asthma, speak with your Rexall Pharmacist.
When your child has a blocked or stuffy nose, there are several safe ways to help relieve their discomfort. Options include:
Speak with your Pharmacist about your allergy symptoms so they can recommend the safest options for relief for your child.
For allergy relief during pregnancy, you can try saline nasal sprays or rinses, use a humidifier, inhale steam, keep your head elevated while sleeping, and stay well‑hydrated. Speak with your Pharmacist about your allergy symptoms so they can recommend the safest options for relief during pregnancy.
If you have a severe allergic reaction, you should seek immediate medical attention from a healthcare professional to assess your symptoms and then provide recommendations for treatment and relief.
When choosing which allergy medication to take to help relieve allergy symptoms, choose an option that will provide relief for the symptoms that you are experiencing, such relief from a runny nose, itchy eyes, or a sore throat. If you are unsure which medication to choose, speak with a Rexall Pharmacist.
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