Here’s an allergy and hay fever tip your Pharmacist wants you to know.

You've probably experienced an itchy throat, watery or scratchy eyes, and a runny or stuffy nose if you have allergies or hay fever.

You could even have a favorite treatment for these bothersome symptoms. Here’s a little secret, it may be time to make a change and do something different.

What’s the tip?

There's no need to stick with a single product if you suffer multiple symptoms of allergies or hay fever. In fact, a mix of products might offer greater relief.

This makes perfect sense when you think about it. Here are five reasons why.

1. Targeted treatments

Certain symptoms are the focus of different medications. Choosing one treatment and hoping for the best is not as effective as addressing several problems at once with a combination of treatments.

2. Different products work in different ways

Antihistamines, for instance, block histamine receptors prior to the onset of symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Nasal corticosteroids, on the other hand, lessen nasal inflammation, which in turn lessens mucus production. Different allergic symptoms are addressed by combining therapies.

3. Personalise the treatment to suit your symptoms

You most likely don't experience the same symptoms or triggers as other people.

Combining treatments enables a more individualised treatment plan that will better suit your needs and help you feel more comfortable, and quicker.

4. Address different allergens

Allergies are frequently brought on by multiple triggers, including pollen, dust mites, and pet dander.

Certain treatments may be more effective for certain triggers, meaning a combination help defend against a broader range of allergens.

5. Relief vs Prevention.

While some treatments offer immediate relief, others are better for long-term prevention. For instance, antihistamines can be used as needed for immediate comfort, while nasal corticosteroids can be used daily for preventing symptoms.

Utilising both types of treatments can address both short-term and long-term symptom management.

Keep in mind, that it's important to not choose your own treatment combinations, because not all medications are intended for long-term use and some medication should not be taken in combination with others.

Ask for help from your pharmacist at TerryWhite Chemmart Cockburn Medical in developing a strategy that will suit your symptoms and triggers.