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04 Mar

Posted at 13:50h in Allergy Articles
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As we find ourselves on the brink of another change of season, we investigate whether over-the-counter medicine such as Allergex Non-Drowsy tablets can be used to treat seasonal allergic rhinitis. We also take a closer look at what exactly seasonal allergic rhinitis is, and whether there are ways to prevent it. What exactly is seasonal allergic rhinitis? Seasonal allergic rhinitis is a condition that presents with a series of symptoms as a result of your body’s immune system displaying a sensitivity to certain allergens.¹ These allergens usually surface in the environment at the dawn of a new season, and include the likes of pollen from grass, weeds and trees, as well as airborne mould spores. Symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis typically include sneezing fits and a stuffy or runny nose. Plus your eyes, mouth or skin can become itchy.¹ Seasonal allergic rhinitis is often also referred to as ‘hay fever,’ but interestingly, it is not necessarily caused by hay and you actually don’t develop a fever from it.¹ 1 Is it contagious? Hay fever or allergic rhinitis is not contagious, because it does not originate from bacteria or a virus.¹ In fact, it is caused by your body’s immune system responding to environmental allergens...

04 Mar

Posted at 12:36h in Allergy Articles
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Allergex Non-Drowsy has recently undergone a brand evolution to shift the focus from a medical perspective, to the human factor. Allergies can have a debilitating effect on people’s lifestyle and the new look and feel of the packaging, as well as the new slogan: “Live, work, sleep, play, allergy free,’ speaks to exactly that. This progression of the brand has therefore merely been of an aesthetic nature and has zero effect on the efficacy or composition of the Allergy Non-Drowsy tablets and syrup. Essentially, it is the same products, just wearing a new jacket. Join us, as we answer some of your other most burning questions about Allergex Non-Drowsy and antihistamine. What types of allergies can I use Allergex Non-Drowsy for? Allergex Non-Drowsy is generally indicated for the relief of symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis such as sneezing, rhinorrhoea (runny nose), and itching of the nose and throat. Is also indicated for the relief of chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives) and other allergic dermatoses (allergic skin reactions).¹,² 1 Can I buy Allergex Non-Drowsy over the counter? Allergex Non-Drowsy is available at most leading pharmacies. ¹,² 1 There are however a league of variables that can influence usage and efficacy, such as other medicines you are using, chronic...

04 Mar

Posted at 10:47h in Allergy Articles
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Both Allergex Non-Drowsy syrup and tablets are indicated for the relief of symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis, rhinorrhoea (runny nose), itching of the nose and throat, chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives) and other allergic dermatoses (allergic skin reactions). ¹ 1 The differences lie in the format, composition, dosage and usage by children and adults. Join us as we place these differences under a microscope. Dosage Allergex Non-Drowsy Syrup can be prescribed to both adults and children of two years and over, but the tablets can only be used by adults. The dosage indicated for children and adults also vary. ¹,² 1 See the dosage summary below: Children from two to five years old: 5 ml (1 medicine measure) once daily¹ Children from six to twelve years old: 10 ml (2 medicine measures) once daily¹ Adults and children of twelve years and older: 10 ml (2 medicine measures) One Allergex Non-Drowsy tablet daily 2 1 Composition and classification Both Allergex Non-Drowsy syrup and tablets are pharmacologically classified as antihistaminics that contain Loratadine, a long lasting antihistamine.¹,² 2, 3 The difference lies in the composition. Each Allergex Non-Drowsy tablet contains 10 mgs of Loratadine which is micronized and 75 mgs of lactose monohydrate.² 2 Each 5 ml of Allergex Non-Drowsy syrup...

04 Mar

Posted at 08:45h in Allergy Articles
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Allergex Non-Drowsy contains Loratadine, a long lasting antihistamine 1,2 1 that is typically prescribed for the relief of symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis such as rhinorrhoea, itchy nose and throat.1,2 It is also indicated to alleviate symptoms of allergic skin reactions and hives.1,2 Let’s take a closer look at what some of these conditions entail. 1 Rhinitis Simply put, symptoms of rhinitis could include a runny, itchy or stuffy nose, due to blockage or congestion and it can also cause sneezing. ³ 2 This can either be caused by an allergy or a multitude of other factors. 3 2 In the case of rhinitis, the nose usually produces mucus which traps elements such as pollen, germs, dust or bacteria, to name but a few. The mucus flows from the front of the nose to the back of the throat so that it can drain. When excessive or thick mucus is produced, it can cause a post-nasal drip which in turn, will cause you to cough, to clear the throat.³ 2 In summary, rhinitis presents as a runny, itchy or stuffy nose that can be caused by an allergy or other factors. It could cause you to sneeze and produce mucus, which can in turn become thick...