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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Causes an allergic reaction. Antihistamines work by preventing or reducing the release of histamine. This class of OTC medications is found in nearly all brand-name allergy medications, including Benadryl, Robitussin, Allegra, Claritin, Zyrtec and Xyzal. Dr. Jennifer Caudle, family physician and associate professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Rowan University recommends Xyzal for severe ongoing and seasonal allergies. You should take it at night because it can cause drowsiness, but the 24-hour relief should last you until the next evening, she says. "Xyzal provides continuous relief from allergies caused by tree pollen, weed pollen, grass pollen, dust, dust mites, mold and pet dander," Caudle says, "and since it is taken at night, Xyzal helps prevent allergy suffering from the moment you wake up when pollen is at its worst."Digestive issues Pepto Bismol is known for its bubblegum pink color. Pepto BismolWhat you need: Antacids, bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol)Dr. Ramzi Yacoub, PharmD, SingleCare's chief pharmacy officer tells CNET that everyone should have antacids on hand for quick relief from heartburn, which is caused by acid reflux. "Symptoms for heartburn generally consist of a burning sensation in your stomach or chest, usually right after you eat something that doesn't agree with you," Yacoub says. "Antacids work fast and provide short term relief in neutralizing stomach acids."Note that in April 2020 the Food and Drug Administration issued a warning about Zantac, a popular brand-name antacid, and requested removal of the product from both OTC and prescription markets. The FDA is investigating a contaminant known as N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) found in some ranitidine medications.You can still find other antacids made with other ingredients, such as Alka-Seltzer, Pepcid, Rolaids and Nexium, though.For nausea, most doctors will recommend bismuth subsalicylate, which is the active ingredient in Pepto-Bismol. You can also find generic brands of this, and for whatever reason, most come in that same bubblegum pink color. It works by reducing inflammation in the intestines and decreasing the flow of fluids into your stomach. Skin care Micellar water is one dermatologist-recommended OTC product you should always have ready to go. GarnierWhat you need: Micellar water, ointment
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