05/08/2023
ANTI-HISTAMINES (ANTI-ALLERGIC)
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👉Anti-histamines are a class of medications commonly used to treat allergic reactions and relieve symptoms such as itching, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes.
👉Here is a brief description of the anti-histamines you mentioned:
(1)Levocetirizine (Levocet/Lezyncet): Levocetirizine is a second-generation antihistamine.
It works by blocking the effects of histamine, a substance produced by the body during an allergic reaction.
(2)Diphenhydramine (Benadryl): Diphenhydramine is a first-generation antihistamine that is available both as an over-the-counter and prescription medication. It is commonly used to treat symptoms of allergies, including itching, sneezing, and runny nose. It also has sedative effects.
(3)Loratadine (Alaspan): Loratadine is a second-generation antihistamine used to relieve allergy SYMPTOMS. It is available over the counter and is generally non-drowsy, making it a popular choice for treating allergies.
(4)Desloratadine (Dazit/Saldine): Desloratadine is a second-generation antihistamine that is similar to loratadine. It is used to treat symptoms of allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria (chronic hives). Desloratadine is also available over the counter.
(5)Chlorpheniramine (Avil): Chlorpheniramine is a first-generation antihistamine commonly used to relieve symptoms of allergies such as sneezing, itching, and watery eyes. It is also used to treat symptoms of the common cold and other respiratory allergies. Chlorpheniramine can cause drowsiness and is available over the counter.
(6)Hydroxyzine (Atarax/Hicope): Hydroxyzine is a first-generation antihistamine that is used to relieve itching caused by allergy.