Acrivastine comes as capsules (8mg). The usual dose in adults and children aged 12 and over is 1 capsule 3 times a day. Wheatley LM, Togias A. Clinical practice. Allergic rhinitis. N Engl J Med. 2015;372(5):456-463. doi:10.1056/NEJMcp1412282 Church MK, Church DS. Pharmacology of antihistamines. Indian J Dermatol. 2013 May-Jun;58(3):219–24. doi:10.4103/0019-5154.110832 Inhaled corticosteroids are often used daily as part of treatment for asthma caused or complicated by reactions to airborne allergy triggers (allergens). Side effects are generally minor and can include mouth and throat irritation and oral yeast infections. Some medications target a specific reaction in the immune system and try to prevent it from happening. These medications are given as injections. They include dupilumab (Dupixent) to treat allergic skin reactions and omalizumab (Xolair) to treat asthma or hives when other medications don't help.

There are some differences between the side effects of medicines that only contain acrivastine, and medicines that combine acrivastine with pseudoephedrine. Weston WL, et al. Treatment of atopic dermatitis (eczema). https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Feb. 8, 2020.American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. Antihistamines: if/when are first generation medications advantageous over newer antihistamines? Children’s BENADRYL® temporarily relieves indoor and outdoor allergy symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy, watery eyes, and itchy nose or throat. To learn more about allergies in children, read our guide on children’s allergies here. Antihistamine eyedrops, available over-the-counter or by prescription, can ease itchy, red, swollen eyes. These drops might have a combination of antihistamines and other medicines. Hormonal changes, such as those in puberty or pregnancy, or from taking oral contraception or HRT medications

Oral corticosteroids are used to treat severe symptoms caused by all types of allergic reactions. Long-term use can cause cataracts, osteoporosis, muscle weakness, stomach ulcers, increased blood sugar (glucose) and delayed growth in children. Oral corticosteroids can also worsen high blood pressure.Topical BENADRYL® Itch Stopping Cream temporarily relieves pain and itching associated with insect bites, minor burns, sunburn, minor skin irritations, minor cuts, scrapes, and rashes due to poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. Bennett JM, Reeves G, Billman GE, Sturmberg JP. Inflammation–nature’s way to efficiently respond to all types of challenges: implications for understanding and managing “the epidemic” of chronic diseases. Front Med. 2018;5. doi:10.3389/fmed.2018.00316 No. BENADRYL® Itch Stopping Cream products are not intended to be used on dogs, cats, or any other pets. Please consult your veterinarian if you have questions about your pet’s health needs. your skin gets more red than usual or you get small, pus-filled blisters on the skin – these could be signs of a condition called acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP). This usually happens within the first 2 days of treatment Other conditions that can make you more susceptible to allergic rhinitis include asthma and eczema 4, a family history of allergies (atopy), or an oversensitive immune system 5. Exposure to external factors such as dust mites or tobacco smoke at an early age can also make someone more likely to develop allergies 5.