Allergy & Hay Fever: Medicines & Treatments
Seasonal allergies, hay fever and other allergy triggers can be hard to avoid even if you take drastic measures to control your environment. To get the miserable symptoms of constant sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes under control, you can buy Allergy & Hay Fever Tablets. Use a reliable over the counter allergy medicine to give you fast and continued relief.
Most hay fever and allergy medicines promise instant relief; however, each has its own formula of active ingredients. Some may cause drowsiness, and others only treat certain allergies. Antihistamine hay fever and allergy relief tablets are considered the most effective treatment of allergies and hay fever.
Here’s what you should look for in an allergy and hay fever treatment.
Symptoms of Allergies and Hay Fever
If you are one of the millions who suffer from chronic allergies, more than likely you've experienced the uncomfortable symptoms that come with them.
Symptoms of seasonal allergies can include:
Sneezing
Runny and stuffy nose
Postnasal drainage
Sinus pain/pressure
Itchy, red, and watery eyes
Headaches
Shortness of breath
Wheezing
Plugged ears
Coughing
What to Look for in Allergy Medicines
There are many OTC and prescription allergy medicines. They fall into different categories (antihistamine, decongestant, and inhibitors) and come in different forms such as pills/tablets, syrup, nasal spray, and eye drops. Antihistamines are the most commonly used for effective treatment of allergy symptoms.
ANTIHISTAMINES
These drugs block histamines that cause allergy symptoms.
Non-Prescription Tablets
Benadryl
Claritin
Zyrtec
Allegra
*These can cause drowsiness and dry mouth
Prescription Antihistamines Tablets
Clarinex
Xyzal
Nasal sprays, such as Astelin and Patanase, are also available to treat symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and itchy nose.
DECONGESTANTS
Decongestants decrease nasal and lung congestion. They are available over the counter in oral capsules, tablets, and syrups and nasal-spray forms. Some contain both decongestants and antihistamines properties.
Commonly used decongestants:
Sudafed
4-Way Fast-Acting Nasal Spray
Afrin Nasal Spray
NASAL SPRAYS
Anticholinergic nasal sprays decrease secretions from the glands lining the nasal passage which reduces runny nose.
Corticosteroid nasal sprays decrease inflammation inside the nasal passages to relieve nasal symptoms.
ANTI-ALLERGY EYEDROPS
Eyedrops decrease the symptoms itching, redness, or swelling in the eyes.
LEUKOTRIENE INHIBITORS
Leukotrienes prevent swelling caused by allergens.
Here’s a roundup of the best OTC allergy medications for the entire family.
Overall Best Hay Fever Tablets in the UK:
Allegra Antihistamine Tablets
Prescription-Strength Best Allergy Tablets in the UK:
Zyrtec Allergy Medicine Tablets
Best Hayfever Tablets for Kids:
Zyrtec 24 Hr Children’s Allergy Syrup
Best Non-Drowsy:
Claritin 24-Hour Allergy Reditabs
Best Nasal Spray:
Nasacort Allergy 24HR Nasal Spray
Best All-Day Relief:
GoodSense All Day Allergy
Best Eye Drops:
Alcon Naphcon Eye Drops
Best Natural:
Genexa Allergy Care
Best for Nighttime:
Benadryl Allergy Relief Tablets
Best for Pet Allergies:
Xyzal Allergy Tablet
If you suffer from allergies, visit our Pearl Chemist Group Online Pharmacy to buy hay fever tablets in bulk so you are prepared all year round. Or visit PCG at any of our branch locations in South London to shop for your allergy and hay fever medication and treatments.