An over-the-counter nasal spray which has been used for years as a safe and effective treatment for seasonal allergies could potentially prevent Covid infections, according to clinical trial results ...

If you’re a spring or summer allergy sufferer, you’ve probably powered through your fair share of antihistamines by now. (And if it’s fall pollen that stuffs up your sinuses, perhaps you’re stocking ...

Most, but not all, research suggests antihistamines are safe to take during pregnancy. Doctors often recommend second-generation, non-sedative antihistamines. Antihistamines are a group of medications ...

Can over-the-counter antihistamines like Benadryl and Pepcid help with menstrual symptoms or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)? For many women with this debilitating condition, the answer appears ...

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Over the last couple of years, stress started interrupting my sleep. I found myself having difficulty falling asleep and, even when I did, waking up in the middle of the night. As a freelancer who ...

Antihistamines are medications that relieve allergy symptoms by blocking the effects of histamine. (Getty Images) When the sun is out and the grass pollen count is high, many of us reach for an ...

Taking too much antihistamine can lead to adverse side effects and a potential antihistamine overdose. Signs may include fast heart rate, fever, and dilated pupils. People should follow the dosage ...

Different medications can treat allergies, including steroids and allergy shots, but one of the first things to try is an antihistamine. These are over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications ...

Cetirizine (Zyrtec) is a “newer generation” antihistamine with fewer side effects than older antihistamines, like diphenhydramine (Benadryl). Even so, some people will experience drowsiness with this ...

First-generation antihistamines are linked to a 22% higher risk for seizures in children, new research shows. The risk appears to be most pronounced in children aged 6-24 months. Researchers in Korea ...