Topic: Hayfever

[Millie]

Usually just take cetirizene but my eyes have been a nightmare this year so I'm going to try the face/eye wipes recommended in here. Also got recommended Optricom eye drops when I was at the opticians recently.

Anyone recommend a reputable online place for bulk buying cheap hayfever tablets?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Allacan-Cetirizine-Hayfever-Allergy-Tablets/dp/B071KZS3BF/ref=sr_1_8?crid=LPD3U4BN7WNJ&keywords=hayfever+tablets&qid=1656355929&sprefix=hayfever+tablets%2Caps%2C83&sr=8-8

https://www.amazon.co.uk/240-Loratadine-Allergy-Relief-Tablets/dp/B076CJ5TG3/ref=pd_bxgy_sccl_2/260-2273543-6707029?pd_rd_w=3tuMM&content-id=amzn1.sym.79b812bf-5c8b-4c0c-851c-784423adaff5&pf_rd_p=79b812bf-5c8b-4c0c-851c-784423adaff5&pf_rd_r=Q2T4WAJ4TB90W9QBSQ7P&pd_rd_wg=LJjT6&pd_rd_r=46b302a2-6394-4aa7-9c3a-e33b32e8d36c&pd_rd_i=B076CJ5TG3&psc=1

I've bought from Amazon - they are fine  - I got the loratadine ones.

I also use the Optricom eye drops for when my eyes are really bad.

[ToneLa]

Usually just take cetirizene but my eyes have been a nightmare this year so I'm going to try the face/eye wipes recommended in here. Also got recommended Optricom eye drops when I was at the opticians recently.

Anyone recommend a reputable online place for bulk buying cheap hayfever tablets?

Oddly, Amazon - I got a pack of ten delivered, genuine stuff

[CraigDS]

I also use the Optricom eye drops for when my eyes are really bad.

Yeah these are really good. I keep them in the fridge too as the coldness helps soothe them quicker.

Got an aircon / hepa filter coming tomorrow, going to install it in the bedroom so at least have one room that can be pollen free - fed up of going to sit in the car for an hour to put the aircon in there on to get some respite.

[The G in Gerrard]

Anyone tried this?

https://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/health/hay-fever-sufferers-going-wild-27337381#ICID=Android_TMNewsApp_AppShare

[[new username under construction]]

Anyone tried this?

https://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/health/hay-fever-sufferers-going-wild-27337381#ICID=Android_TMNewsApp_AppShare

Yeah it's just Fexofenadine, can work really well but like all allergy things you can get used to them so probably best to switch each year, this year Loratadine works for me. Fexofenadine are decent though, not seen then for £4 mind

[CheshireDave]

Yeah it's just Fexofenadine, can work really well but like all allergy things you can get used to them so probably best to switch each year, this year Loratadine works for me. Fexofenadine are decent though, not seen then for £4 mind

https://ayp.healthcare/treathay-120mg-30-tablets?search=Fexofenadine&description=true

Cheapest I have found.

I have used ayp.healthcare a few times and delivery has been pretty quick. Their Loratadine and Cetirizene is dirt cheap. I think like £8 for 360 tablets or something mad.

[paulrazor]

I take a one a day anti histamine tablet with cetirizene hydrochloride in it. It usually says that on the front of the box, there is another variation called Loradatine which I have personally found useless

The ceterizene works well.

I had to get some Benalyn for my 4 year old as his nose was completely blocked and his eyes get very puffy and itchy, he looks like he has been thumped or poked in the eye. can recommend this https://www.benadryl.co.uk/allergy-relief-products/benadryl-allergy-aged-two-plus

I usually use a vicks nasal spray for myself to keep my breathing clear, morning and night

Just rub some vicks on the son on his back and chest in the morning and evening too and when the Benalyn wears off or he needs it to get to work he gets very sniffly

[[new username under construction]]

https://ayp.healthcare/treathay-120mg-30-tablets?search=Fexofenadine&description=true

Cheapest I have found.

I have used ayp.healthcare a few times and delivery has been pretty quick. Their Loratadine and Cetirizene is dirt cheap. I think like £8 for 360 tablets or something mad.

Nice if trusted site then all good

Another thing I found to work was an air filter machine in a room on a night, windows shut, door shut, by morning, no hay fever

[ToneLa]

my dehumidifier helps too, cheaper than most air con units I've seen.. any air filter stuff should work in theory

I WFH so least I can control my home environment

[redgriffin73]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Allacan-Cetirizine-Hayfever-Allergy-Tablets/dp/B071KZS3BF/ref=sr_1_8?crid=LPD3U4BN7WNJ&keywords=hayfever+tablets&qid=1656355929&sprefix=hayfever+tablets%2Caps%2C83&sr=8-8

https://www.amazon.co.uk/240-Loratadine-Allergy-Relief-Tablets/dp/B076CJ5TG3/ref=pd_bxgy_sccl_2/260-2273543-6707029?pd_rd_w=3tuMM&content-id=amzn1.sym.79b812bf-5c8b-4c0c-851c-784423adaff5&pf_rd_p=79b812bf-5c8b-4c0c-851c-784423adaff5&pf_rd_r=Q2T4WAJ4TB90W9QBSQ7P&pd_rd_wg=LJjT6&pd_rd_r=46b302a2-6394-4aa7-9c3a-e33b32e8d36c&pd_rd_i=B076CJ5TG3&psc=1

I've bought from Amazon - they are fine  - I got the loratadine ones.

I also use the Optricom eye drops for when my eyes are really bad.

Oddly, Amazon - I got a pack of ten delivered, genuine stuff

Thanks

[Nitramdorf]

Thanks

Im another advocate of that brand. Have worked well for me, just the occasional little sniffle on extreme days. Can also now afford to take them 10 months or 12 months of the year. Need a bank loan to take brand of the shelf names for that long 

[[new username under construction]]

UK  = Hotter than the surface of the Sun

Pollen Count = Medium

About right

[tubby]

Dunno if it's the high temps and general dryness this summer but I've never had it this bad.  Think it's been two months straight now where I haven't gone a day without blowing my nose, and it's just non-stop all day long some days.  Horrible.

[Andy @ Allerton!]

Dunno if it's the high temps and general dryness this summer but I've never had it this bad.  Think it's been two months straight now where I haven't gone a day without blowing my nose, and it's just non-stop all day long some days.  Horrible.

If I hadn't had my Levoit in my study and the bedroom, I'd be terrible, but in the house I'm absolutely 100% dandy

Best things I've ever bought. Usually pretty miserable in summertime, but with this, being away from it in the house seems to help you overall as even when I go out, I'm barely affected.

[ToneLa]

Antihistamines daily mean I build up resistance now

More effective than popping one on an affected day when it is basically too late

[FlashGordon]

Antihistamines daily mean I build up resistance now

More effective than popping one on an affected day when it is basically too late

I take them all year round, once you start to feel the effects of hayfever it's too late 

[reddebs]

Antihistamines daily mean I build up resistance now

More effective than popping one on an affected day when it is basically too late

I take them all year round, once you start to feel the effects of hayfever it's too late 

Agreed.  I take them all year too but not just for hay fever, I'm allergic to any insect bites or stings so it's also a precaution against that.

[Nitramdorf]

Does taking them year round have any diluting effects?
I usually start at the beginning of March and go to Octoberish. Which is longer than I used to take them for, just wondered if too much was detrimental.

[Trump's tiny tiny hands]

Is it tolerance to the antihistamine or worsening reactions to the allergy? Both are thing and you should probably try a different kind of antihistamine either way.

[ToneLa]

Does taking them year round have any diluting effects?
I usually start at the beginning of March and go to Octoberish. Which is longer than I used to take them for, just wondered if too much was detrimental.

There is tolerance built up

I usually swap around the type (the active chemical) and seem to be alright

My doc said a 14 day break resets it (this is why I do March-November really)

You can always up the dose!

[Nitramdorf]

Thank you 

[FlashGordon]

Thank you 

This is my first time doing it, couldn't tell you yet if they dilute the effects as I've no idea if hayfever season has started yet 

[Son of Spion]

Antihistamines daily mean I build up resistance now

More effective than popping one on an affected day when it is basically too late

I'm highly allergic to grass and weed pollen but I'm ok early in the year when tree pollen is about. I start taking my hayfever meds on the 1st May and go right through until the end of September. I used to suffer horribly until a doctor told me to start meds a month or so before your allergy season. Never wait until your hay fever starts. Since doing this I get through the season without issue.

Previous to doing it this way my eyes would swell and close. My lips would swell and I'd get hives. The usual nonstop runny eyes and nose too.

[The G in Gerrard]

Normally take them around now until September. Last year was probably one of the best years I've had in terms of bad hayfever days. Probably one or two days max.

[The G in Gerrard]

Been abit annoying this week.

[Crosby Nick]

Been abit annoying this week.

Horrific at the moment.

[The G in Gerrard]

Horrific at the moment.

You've had it really bad?

[[new username under construction]]

No Nick is just telling everyone he's horrific at the moment

[F-T-9]

Anyone tried manuka honey to combat hay fever? Heard good things but never tried it myself.

[ToneLa]

Wouldn't it get stuck up your nose? 

[Claire.]

Anyone tried manuka honey to combat hay fever? Heard good things but never tried it myself.

There was a thing I saw on the telly about people getting more tolerant if they get locally produced honey.

[CraigDS]

There was a thing I saw on the telly about people getting more tolerant if they get locally produced honey.

Tried it, didn't work. Fairly sure was a rumour set up by honey producers

[The G in Gerrard]

No Nick is just telling everyone he's horrific at the moment

Makes sense.

[Claire.]

Tried it, didn't work. Fairly sure was a rumour set up by honey producers

Ha, probably! Bet they charged a fortune for it as well.

I don't get it myself but the dog does and it's an absolute ballache.

[The G in Gerrard]

Yesterday was the worst day so far this year by some distance.

[[new username under construction]]

With me, Fexofenadine stopped working but Citirazine does work. Guess I have to cycle my tablets!

[amir87]

What's allowed to be taken when pregnant?

And before anyone starts taking the piss I just want to say, no I don't have hayfever myself.

[Millie]

Yesterday was the worst day so far this year by some distance.

Absolutely.  I realy suffered yesterday.

[The G in Gerrard]

What's allowed to be taken when pregnant?

And before anyone starts taking the piss I just want to say, no I don't have hayfever myself.

I believe no anti-histamines are allowed & congrats

Absolutely.  I realy suffered yesterday.

Not been that bad otherwise - this weather is to continue this week though unfortunately haha.

[rowan_d]

Was in an absolutely foul mood on Saturday, almost ruptured my eyeballs they were itching so much. Bought some mist stuff that you spray on your eyelids, didn't work. Went back to Piriteze tablets yesterday and hopefully coincidentally felt like I had a chest infection afterwards, I've been fine with them before.

Can deal with the sneezing and runny nose quite eaaily though the sneezing fits can be annoying, it's the itchy eyes and irritated roof of the mouth that gets me down. Had hoped that taking the tablets before the pollen count started rising would work, didn't though unless I'm just using ineffective tablets.