Antihistamine drugs work by blocking the release of histamine in response to an allergen. This prevents the allergic reaction in the short term and helps to clear allergic reactions like sneezing, red, itchy and watery eyes and nose.

However, they also often have unwanted side effects like drowsiness, heart palpitations, impaired concentration, etc.

Because they often become less effective over time, it may be necessary to keep trying new drugs to try and achieve the same therapeutic effect.

What are SOS HistaDrops and how can they help?

One of the most frequently requested remedies …

Natural cures for asthma and allergies in children are often sought by parents who are tired of pumping their children full of medications, steroids and other chemicals that have an amazing range of side effects. Asthma affects millions of people. The attacks can be mild, moderate, severe or life threatening.

There is a distinction between allergies and asthma in adults and children. During allergy and hay fever attacks the sufferer has difficulty with allergic rhinitis or sneezing, congestions, runny and itchy nose. An allergic rhinitis reaction may …

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My friend Mag always smells so lusciously sweet and spicy, but when I asked her what perfume she uses, she laughed and said, “Oh, I make it myself. Artificial scents make me feel sick, so I don’t go near them. Instead I use natural ingredients- -and it’s really cheap and easy.” This all sounded pretty fabulous to me. We came up with these terrific all-natural cologne recipes for every type, whether you are a flowery romantic, a …

Angioedema is a skin condition that involves swelling in both the tissue and mucous membranes. It occurs in much the same way as hives except not on the skin surface. Rather, the welts develop underneath the top layer of skin in the soft tissues. This skin condition typically shows up in the face, feet, hands and genital areas.

Allergies are the leading cause for angioedema. When an allergic reaction occurs certain histamines mix with the blood and then the welts begin to develop. It is not uncommon for the cause of …

Depression isnt restricted to any particular age group, race or gender. Even among small children the problem can be persistent and will interfere with normal or regular behavior and activities. Children who suffer from depression have been treated with counseling, medication and behavior modification. As in an adult, the depression is a major episode when it interferes with the childs normal activities.

Problems with depression in children and teens can often be linked to heredity and more often affects children whose family has a history of depression. …

Literally, a rash means the growth of some red bumps on your skin caused by irritation to the skin. As the effect, the skin may become swollen, itchy and bumpy. Generally, skin rashes are not contagious and are triggered by external material such as dust, food, dry air, animal dander, certain fabrics and many more. There are several reasons behind the development of these skin rashes. Some skin rashes are merely because of the dry skin condition, some may be caused by skin allergies or infection, and some may even …

Researchers, doctors and patients have been able to identify many triggers for migraines. Knowing what triggers your migraines can be beneficial to you in that you can either avoid them all together by paying attention to staying away from your triggers or at least minimizing the symptoms by taking preventative medications when you know you will not be able to avoid your triggers.

Common triggers that have been identified are reactions to food or other allergy producing substances, bright lights, loud noises, stress that is either physical or emotional in nature, …

While we often hear about the severe effects of spider bites, most of them are nothing to worry about and require little treatment.

With a little time, they’ll heal naturally.  Many spider bites are actually mistaken for bites from mosquitoes and other insects.  A spider bite can normally be identified by two injection sites instead of one, which are made by two small fangs.

Almost all spiders are venomous; however, very few are actually dangerous to humans.  For most spiders, there is a small reaction that heals with time.  If you are …

The skin is the largest organ on our body. For an adult, the skin covering the body can reach over 20 square feet of skin. It is also the most exposed organ in the body which makes it more prone to germs and bacteria which cause skin diseases and skin disorders.

Acne is a common skin disorder which causes pimples. Pimples develop when hair follicles under the skin clog up. Many pimples form on the face, neck, back, chest, and shoulders. It can affect anyone ranging …

What causes airborne allergies, hayfever and allergic rhinitis?

With every breath we take, we breathe in millions of microscopic particles such as dust, pollen, plant spores, viruses, bacteria and even pollutants in the form of chemicals in the air.

Many of these particles are filtered and removed by the nose and respiratory system, while others enter the body. If the immune system is strong and healthy, it can ward off infection against pollutants, viruses and other harmful airborne substances that may enter the body.

Normally the immune system will ignore harmless airborne particles …