Does Zicam Allergy Relief really work ?
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Yes, but ONLY for nasal allergies.
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An allergic reaction can take a week or more to work its way out of your system. I have experience with this -- I was exposed to a chemical that I'm allergic to  and had to keep taking Benadryl for more than a week. Every time I forgot a dosage, I'd break out in hives again, until the 8 or so days had passed.\n\nHave you tried using an antihistamine in addition to the steriod? Did the doctor you saw recommend an antihistamine? If not, it might be worthwhile to check and see if you can add an antihistamine at night.\n\nI'd also do some detective work in your home to see if you are reacting to something that you are in contact with at night, since you are only getting worse at night. Dustmites are a common allergy, and it could be that while your body is dealing with this other reaction, you are more "reactive" in general and some other allergen is affecting you. Just an idea, because my son (who has seasonal allergies) had the experience of suddenly reacting to cats -- but only in the summertime, when the pollen count is high.
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ZICAM is what use. I have not had a cold in over two years. But the second I start feeling one come on I start the zicam routine.ZICAM has worked for me everytime
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As pp said hives can be due to an allergy.  I had hives for 3 months from Amoxicillin per the doctor - but I think it was from a combo of antibiotics I was on for sinus problems and UTIs, and another infection (like antibiotic overload).  There can be immune system problems too.  I had them really bad then they turned into (I think it's called - ) dermatography ("skin writing").  I went to an Allergist and had tons of tests done.  I wasn't allergic to anything.  I was given Prednisone, Zyrtec, and Rinitadine a few times.  Benadryl (or generic equivalent) is said to work well to ward off hives.  I would definitely get checked out though.  GL!
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I'm allergic to everything known in the out side world.  My Dr. prescribed Flonase.  Worked like a charm.  You have to use it every day, even if there are no symptoms.  It took about 5 days to get the best results.  If you don't have insurance try the walmart brand of nasal spray, pump action.
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Sounds like its just your allergies going into overdrive. Once the antihistamine effects have worn off, then the allergens cause stimulation and release histamine. The histamine makes things itchy. Its likely because when you were on the Zyrtec, you had no symptoms at all, but now that you have stopped you are all of a sudden aware. After awhile though, you may become used to it and no longer feel it as much.\n\nThe other possibility is that Zyrtec and antihistamines in general cause dryness - or drymouth due to its anticholinergic effects. If you skin is dry, it can feel itchy. However, it should be when you are on the medication and not off it.
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ive heard Zicam is good, you can get it at drug store\n\nplenty of rest and clear liquids like soup broth and water or sports drinks
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There is not one treatment that works but a vary of treatments that have to be tried here are some of them: \n\nSteriod creams If these help, a milder cream can be used for longer-term control. Antihistamine creams (Zonalon, Pramoxine) or pills (Atarax, Periactin) are often added for additional relief. Intralesional steroid injections, anti-depressant pills, and non-prescription Zostrix cream helps many of those not improved with the usual treatment.
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Yeah I have been using it. But unfortunately I have been having problems. It has work with some of my fears but not with others. But I been told it might not work coz I have brain chemical imbalance. But it does work very well and very quickly getting rid of bad emotions.
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Well finding the mold is a problem but helping your sons allergies is not. Grape seed extract in a large enough dose can eliminate allergies. Start with 2mg per pound of body weight. If you do not see results go up by another mg per pound until you see results. The body has to reach a saturation point for it to work. Most allergies are brought on by a lack of bioflavonoids. When he gets relief from the allergies you can start dropping the dose until the symtoms start to return then just go back up a little and you have souved half the problem. Just be careful with the cleaning products you will be using for the mold. Bleach is a lung irritant along with most of the other products listed. If he already has allergies his immune system is already on the weak side and more chemicals would be bad. When I swiched to non toxic cleaners my whole families health improved and the ones I use not only work better but they are cheaper. Contact me through my 360 page if you want more info.
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Zicam has always worked wonders for me. The trick is to take at soon as you start getting sick.
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Loratadine is Claritin and cetirizine is Zyrtec. They are both anti-allergy medication. They both treat the whole allergy. They are in a class called the anti-histamines. These medications are your best bet. Clarinex is another one, but it's no more effective than Claritin or Zyrtec. Just make sure you drink plenty of fluids when you take them, because they can dry you out a little. If the allergies keep up, go see your doctor.
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I've got one for you to try.  I was an asthma sufferer for all of my life.  I worked with a doctor that had many "old-wives tales" remedies and I tried this one and I swear to this day that this is what worked.  You need to find a local honey bee keeper and buy some honey from your community.  The bees bring back the pollen from the local plants (allergens) you need take 2 tsps 2x a day.  This will build up your tolerence to your local triggers.\nhope it works...I have not had a flare up since doing this...if I move I start all over again.
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I had one, it did not work for me. I attended a Buteyko clinic and my Asthma has definitely improved.
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I went through 6 months of chemotherapy and with blisters all over my tongue and roof of my mouth etc...The best relief out there offered legally did nothing in comparison to weed.It was the best medicine, hands down. It went to work quickly to quiet the nausea and pain! It enabled my appetite, was able to eat and hold it down-thus keeping my strenght up.\n In speaking to others I found that they also had the same reaction. It only took a tiny amt. to amplify the meds. that were not as effective without the boost. It was almost like \n magic how it was the perfect fit. Isn't that what Dr.'s strive for? To find a combination of just the right mix to work together and not against each other.? \n I worried a little about the things you hear, that weed weakens your immune system. That was not the case .My chemo. drugs worked and I am 2yrs. beyond treatment.\n   So, from where I stand, it is very good medicine.
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That is really sweet but i hope you come back to read this for latter go to the store and get Zicam they have many forms of it get the kind that comes on individual spoons you dip the spoon in hot tea that stuff really works. if you take it when you first get symptoms it works a lot better and faster. I love it i use it and i use the spray for the mouth if i use it first day of symptoms i barely get any sicker. The spray and chewables taste nasty but it is worth it.
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Zyrtec is a prescription only medication: See http://www.zyrtec.com/index.asp?pid=1_0\n\nIt does work for "indoor" allergies, which includes cat dander.