Common Allergy Treatments

From antihistamines to hydrocortisone to allergy shots, learn about your options for treating allergies. Get the information you need to take an active role in your care.
A man's legs covered in an allergic reaction
Using Zyrtec for Treating Hives and Allergies
Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD
Boy touching flowers
Zetonna: Allergy Drug Facts
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
A sick man blowing his nose on the couch
When Allergy Medicines Stop Working
By Daniel More, MD
Young pregnant business woman blowing her nose.
Antihistamine Safety During Pregnancy
Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD
pregnant woman
How to Treat Allergies During Pregnancy
By Daniel More, MD
A woman outside using allergy nasal spray
Capsaicin for Nasal Symptoms
By Daniel More, MD
Epinephrine Injection
Can You Be Allergic to Epinephrine?
Medically reviewed by Amy Wu, MD
Hands of acupuncture therapist inserting a needle
Alternative Therapies for Allergies and Asthma
Medically reviewed by Jurairat J. Molina, MD
Claritin
Claritin: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD
man talking to doctor
Systemic Steroid Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
Man with allergies rubbing eye
Should You Use Singulair for Allergies?
By Daniel More, MD
A man with asthma using his inhaler
4 Common Side Effects of Inhaled Steroids
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
A patient is using a nasal spray
The Best Medications to Treat Allergies
Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD
Woman getting a shot.
Steroid Shots for Allergy Symptom Control
Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD
A Child Using Advair
Advair Safety and the FDA Black Box Warning
By Daniel More, MD
Woman applying pomade on her elbow.
Elidel and Protopic: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD
a woman blowing her nose.
Zyrtec Drug Warnings and Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD
Doctor talking with patient at desk in office
Should I Take Claritin, Zyrtec, or Allegra?
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
Antihistimines
Antihistamines and How They're Used
Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD
A pharmacist talking to a woman and her daughter
Inexpensive Allergy Treatments
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
young woman scratching her forearm with fingers
Using Hydrocortisone Cream for Skin Rashes
Medically reviewed by Jurairat J. Molina, MD
Woman blowing her nose
Which Over-the-Counter Allergy Medication Is Best?
Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD
Small boy with inhaler
The Role of Albuterol Inhalers in Asthma Treatment
By Daniel More, MD
Woman sitting at table with allergies
Prescription Medications for Allergy Relief
Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD
woman blowing her nose
Benadryl: Side Effects and Cautions
Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD
Woman preparing epipen for wasp sting
Should You Use an Expired EpiPen?
Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO
woman unhappy looking at a scale
Why Antihistamines Like Allegra Cause Weight Gain
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
Mixed race woman blowing her nose
Is Hydroxyzine Effective for Treating Allergies?
Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD
acupuncture
Acupuncture for Allergies
Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD
Man using nasal spray
Dymista Uses and Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Susan Olender, MD
Child receiving shot from his doctor
Easing the Discomfort of Allergy Shots
Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD
Man taking a walk in the fall
Oralair, Grastek and Ragwitek for Grass/Ragweed Allergy
By Daniel More, MD
Senior woman reading package in drug store
Allergy Medicines Without a Prescription
Medically reviewed by Jurairat J. Molina, MD
pregnant woman and man relaxing in the nature, she pats him tenderly
Allergy Shots During Pregnancy
Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD
Natural remedies in stonewear
Natural Remedies for Allergies
Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD
Alternative Healthcare Worker Dropping CBD Oil on Patient's Tongue
Sublingual Immunotherapy (Allergy Drops) Alternative
By Daniel More, MD