Information on the Most Common Allergy Medications

Antihistamines
Antihistamines are commonly used medications for the treatment of allergies. Learn all about antihistamines, including how they work, what allergic conditions they are used for, which types are available over-the-counter, and the various side effects that may occur.

Claritin for Allergies
Find out if Claritin is a good antihistamine to take for the treatment of hay fever and hives.

Benadryl
Learn why Benadryl may not be the best choice for the treatment of allergies, and which medicines are better choices.

Is Zyrtec a Good Antihistamine for My Allergies?
Learn if Zyrtec is a good antihistamine for the treatment of allergies, and read about the dosage and side effect of this common medication used to treat hay fever and hives.

Albuterol Inhalers for Asthma
Learn about the various types of albuterol inhalers for the treatment of asthma -- including ProAir, Ventolin and Proventil -- and whether there's any significant differences between them.

Xopenex for Asthma
Is Xopenex a better medicine at treating asthma compared to albuterol? Does Xopenex have less side effects than albuterol? Learn the answer to these questions are more by reading this article.

Is Allegra a Good Antihistamine for Allergies?
Find out if Allegra is a good antihistamine for the treatment of allergies, and learn about the correct dosage of this medication and its common side effects.

Benadryl -- Benadryl for Allergies
Share your thoughts, and read about others' experiences, about the common side effects of Benadryl.

Steroids -- Steroid Side Effects
Learn about some of the common side effects of steroids.

Advair Side Effects -- Are You Concerned About Advair Side Effects
Learn about what other people are saying about Advair side effects.

Zanamavir and Oseltamivir for Treatment of Influenza
Learn about the medications zanamavir and oseltamivir for the treatment of influenza.

Spiriva and Stroke Risk
Does Spiriva increase a person's risk of having a stroke? The FDA is concerned about a possible link. Learn more about Spiriva and its possible side effects.

Alvesco For the Treatment of Asthma
Alvesco is an inhaled steroid available for the treatment of asthma. Learn how this medication is free of the typical side effects of other inhaled steroids used to treat asthma.

Side Effects from Nasal Steroids
Topical nasal steroid sprays are a very effective therapy for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Like inhaled steroids, many people are concerned about the side effects of nasal steroids. However, like with the concerns for the side effects of inhaled steroids, fear about many side effects with topical nasal steroids are unfounded.

Elidel and Protopic for the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis
Elidel and Protopic are relatively new non-steroid topical medications used for the treatment of eczema. In 2005, they were given "black box" warnings by the FDA. Find out more about these medications, how they work, what the warning means and who should use them.

Why Did My Albuterol Inhalers Change?
Learn about the new asthma inhalers and why you may not like the new albuterol that is available.

Drug Interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects, reduce the effectiveness of your medicine or possibly increase the action of a particular medicine. Our Drug Interactions Report can help you determine if the drugs you are taking have any adverse interactions with each other, with over the counter drugs or with your favorite herbals and vitamins.

Identify Drugs by Coloring and Markings on Tablets and Capsules
Now you can quickly identify pills that have become separated from their original packaging, or verify tablet and capsule products you may have questions about -- insuring that the right medication is taken to treat the right medical condition. With Drug IDentifier, it's easy!

Advair
Important patient information on Advair.

Aerobid
Important patient information on Aerobid.

Albuterol
Important patient information on albuterol.

Allegra
Important patient information on Allegra.

Xolair in the Treatment of Asthma
Xolair is a relatively new injectable medication used to treat moderate to severe asthma. It is the only medication that acts to block allergic antibody, or IgE, which is the underlying trigger for allergic asthma. Find out more about how Xolair works, who should use it, and safety concerns regarding this medication.

Advair: Safety, Side Effects and the Black Box Warning
Advair is a popular combination medication used to treat asthma. In 2006, the FDA issued a "black box" warning on Advair, based on possible side effects of one of the components of this medication. Find out how Advair works, what the warning means, and whether or not you should use this medication.

Allegra-D
Important patient information on Allegra-D.

Azmacort
Important patient information on Azmacort.

Asmanex
Important patient information for Asmanex.

Astelin
Important patient information on Astelin.

Beconase AQ
Important patient information on Beconase AQ.

Clarinex
Important patient information on Clarinex.

Clarinex-D
Important patient information on Clarinex-D.

Claritin/Alavert
Important patient information on Claritin/Alavert.

Claritin-D
Important patient information on Claritin-D.

Combivent
Important patient information on Combivent.

Duoneb
Important patient information on Duoneb.

Elestat
Important patient information on Elestat.

Elidel
Important patient information on Elidel.

Epi-Pen/Twin-Ject
Important patient information on the Epi-Pen and Twin-ject devices.

Flonase
Important patient information on Flonase.

Flovent
Important patient information on Flovent.

Nasacort AQ
Important patient information on Nasacort AQ.

Nasarel
Important patient information on Nasarel.

Nasonex
Important patient information on Nasonex.

Optivar
Important patient information on Optivar.

Patanol
Important patient information on Patanol.

Prednisone
Important patient information on prednisone.

Prelone (prednisolone)
Important patient information on Prelone (prednisolone).

Protopic
Important patient information on Protopic.

Pulmicort Respules
Important patient information on Pulmicort Respules.

Pulmicort Turbuhaler and Flexhaler
Important patient information on Pulmicort Turbuhaler and Flexhaler.

QVAR
Important patient information on QVAR.

Rhinocort Aqua
Important patient information on Rhinocort Aqua.

Serevent
Important patient information on Serevent.

Singulair
Important patient information on Singulair.

Spiriva
Important patient information on Spiriva.

Xolair
Important patient information on Xolair.

Xopenex
Important patient information on Xopenex.

Zaditor
Important patient information on Zaditor.

Zyrtec
Important patient information on Zyrtec.

Zyrtec-D
Important patient information on Zyrtec-D

Over-the-Counter Antihistamines -- Is Having Over-the-Counter Antihistamines...
Over the past few years, many antihistamines that were once only available by prescription only have now become available over-the-counter without a prescription. Some people may think this is a good thing, but is it? Share your thoughts, and read about the thoughts of others.

Do Antihistamines Cause Weight Gain?
Find out if the use of antihistamines could result in weight gain.

Should I Use Flovent for the Treatment of Asthma?
Flovent is a commonly used inhaled steroid for the treatment of asthma. Learn about the different types of Flovent that are available, the correct dosages, and side effects that may occur.

Is Asmanex a Good Medicine for Asthma?
Learn about Asmanex, an inhaled steroid for the treatment of asthma, including the correct dosage and side effects. Find out why people with milk allergy should not use Asmanex.

Is Pulmicort an Effective Medicine for Asthma?
Learn about Pulmicort for the treatment of asthma, including the Flexhaler and Respule versions, including the dosage and side effects of this medication.

Which Allergy Medicines are Available in Generic Form?
Find out which allergy medicines are available in generic version, which typically means that these medicines are far less expensive.

Are There Any Generic Asthma Inhalers?
Learn if there are any generic asthma inhalers available.

Can I Take Allegra and Fruit Juice Together?
Learn why you shouldn't take Allegra and drink fruit juice at the same time.

Is triamcinolone cream useful for treating skin allergies?
Learn about the use of triamcinolone cream for treating skin allergies.

Is fluocinonide a good cream for skin itching?
Learn about the use of fluocinonide for the treatment of skin itching associated with allergies.

Antihistamine Side Effects - Share Your Story
Antihistamines are commonly used to treat allergies, and can cause a wide variety of side effects. Have you experienced side effects from antihistamines?

Is Hydroxyzine Effective for the Treatment of Allergies?
Learn about the benefits of hydroxyzine for the treatment of hives and itching.

Does Doxepin Help for Hives and Itching?
Learn about the use of doxepin for hives and itching.

Should I Use Nasonex For My Allergies?
Learn all about the use of Nasonex for the treatment of allergic rhinitis, including the dosage and side effects.

Is Afrin Nasal Spray a Good Medicine for Allergies?
Learn why using Afrin for nasal congestion associated with allergies isn't the best idea, and how addiction to this common nasal decongestant spray is treated.

Is Clarinex an Effective Treatment for Allergies?
Learn about Clarinex, a prescription antihistamine used for the treatment of hay fever and hives in children and adults.

Is hydrocortisone cream a good treatment for itching?
Learn how hydrocortisone cream is an effective treatment for many types of allergic skin rashes, as well as insect bites and skin forms of dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis).

Which Antihistamines Cause the Most Sedation?
Some older, first-generation antihistamines can cause sedation, dry mouth and urinary retention. Fortunately, there are newer, second-generation antihistamines available with fewer of these side effects.