As we all know, the pathogenesis of rhinitis is complex and can be related to genetic factors, environmental factors and temperature. When the seasons change in spring and summer, allergic rhinitis patients can be said to be extremely painful. They will start to sneeze, runny nose, blocked nose, itchy or watery nose, etc., resulting in headache, dizziness, decreased sense of smell, insomnia, etc. Dreams and memory loss, etc., finally seriously affect daily work and life.

As a result, many rhinitis patients also began to wonder why when the seasons change in spring and summer, Does rhinitis recur? Which anti-allergy drug should be chosen at this time will be more effective? Let’s take a look today.

Why is rhinitis easy to repeat in spring and summer?

When spring and summer are replaced, it is the time for all things to recover. There are often too many pollen, catkins, dust mites and spores floating in the air. These substances are particularly easy to be inhaled into the nasal cavity. This leads to the occurrence of rhinitis.

In addition, the temperature in spring and summer is relatively high, which just provides a good environment for bacteria to breed and promotes the reproduction of bacteria, which is also an important reason for the recurrence of rhinitis.

What are the anti-allergic drugs for rhinitis?

The anti-allergic drugs for rhinitis are mainly divided into two categories, one is antihistamines, there are many kinds, including chlorpheniramine, desloratadine, loratadine, etc.; One is anti-leukotriene drugs, the most representative is montelukast sodium, which hardly causes adverse reactions of drowsiness, can control the allergic symptoms of the upper and lower respiratory tracts at the same time, and is often used to treat allergic rhinitis and bronchial asthma. , effectively relieve the symptoms of nasal congestion. However, the drugs have psychostimulant effects, are not suitable for mentally ill patients, and are more expensive.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of several commonly used antiallergic drugs?

1. Chlorpheniramine

Chlorpheniramine is a first-generation antihistamine, anti-allergic The effect is significant, the price is affordable, and it is a drug used by many allergy sufferers. However, it is prone to a variety of adverse reactions, such as drowsiness, sluggishness, and general malaise. Therefore, you cannot work at heights, drive a car immediately, or perform precise instrument operations after taking such drugs.

Due to some adverse drug reactions, the administration time of chlorpheniramine should be arranged before going to bed at night as much as possible, and it is forbidden to use it during the day. These drugs should be used with caution in patients with prostate disease.

2, loratadine

Loratadine is a second-generation antihistamine. Compared with the first-generation antihistamine, it has less side effects and a wide range of anti-allergic effects. The price is acceptable to ordinary people. However, these drugs can affect the heart rhythm. Patients with a history of heart disease or cardiovascular disease should be used with caution, especially when combined with drugs such as erythromycin and ketoconazole, and more attention should be paid to their physical conditions.

3. Desloratadine

Desloratadine belongs to the third Substitute antihistamines, with strong anti-allergic effect, quick effect, long duration of drug effect, relatively small side effects, and no toxic side effects on the heart. However, during the treatment period, patients should pay more attention to their own symptoms, and if there is any abnormality, they should seek medical treatment as soon as possible.

4, ketotifen< /p>

Ketotifen is commonly used in the treatment of allergic dermatitis, rhinitis and bronchial asthma. This drug has relatively few side effects, but the onset of action is slow. Usually, it takes 1 to 2 weeks to see obvious effects. Therefore, the drug should be used patiently and regularly.

Message from the doctor

If you want to reduce the number of rhinitis attacks, you must wear a mask when you go out to avoid inhaling allergens. The first thing I do when I get home is to wash my face and rinse my nose with saline, which can remove foreign substances from the nasal cavity. At the same time, moderate exercise and adequate sleep should be maintained, and emotions should be adjusted to enhance resistance.

Finally, it is worth reminding that babies under 6 months should not take oral antibiotics. Allergy medicine; infants 6-12 months old can take cetirizine orally under the guidance of professionals; children 2-6 years old can take loratadine or cetirizine. In addition, you can’t take the same anti-allergy drug for a long time, otherwise there is a chance of drug resistance.

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