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Is Long Term Intake Of Allegra To Control Seasonal Allergies Safe?
I have been taking Allegra for years and usually keeps allergies under control. Fall is worst season for me and past few days have been particularly bad with the congestion, eyes running, etc. despite the Allegra. Some years back I had another bad Fall and was given a shot of, I believe, Kenalog, that took care of the problem. Does this sound correct? I need to do something to get this under control.
Wed, 19 Oct 2016
Hi welcome to the health care magic
At the time of allergic inflammation decongestant and Allegra like drugs used according to severity and need
But as you have this problem since many years try to identified possible causative allergen
For that if needed patch test like allergy testing can be done
Try to avoid contact with possible allergen after testing like dust, pollen, cold weather, certain food etc...
Recently immunotherapy also available for this
Take care
Consult allergy specialist nearby for this work up
At the time of allergic inflammation decongestant and Allegra like drugs used according to severity and need
But as you have this problem since many years try to identified possible causative allergen
For that if needed patch test like allergy testing can be done
Try to avoid contact with possible allergen after testing like dust, pollen, cold weather, certain food etc...
Recently immunotherapy also available for this
Take care
Consult allergy specialist nearby for this work up
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