Allergic rhinitis (rhinitis) is a very common disease that adults and small children experience. This disease is an inflammation of the nasal mucosa, which is based on an allergic reaction. Allergic rhinitis should be treated under the supervision of an allergist or immunologist. It is not worth experimenting on yourself with the use of various drugs, because an allergy can occur to any medication. From drops in the nose, the development of side effects can also happen, which with rhinitis significantly complicates the patient's condition.
Symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis
In addition to swelling of the face, red eyes and lacrimation in patients with allergic rhinitis , the following symptoms are noted:
- Paroxysmal sneezing.
- Discharge from the nose of a transparent, watery character.
- Itching in the nose.
- Difficulty breathing through the nose (with advanced forms).
Causes of an Allergic Cold
The development of allergic rhinitis is based on immediate hypersensitivity. Runny nose can occur due to exposure to the mucous membrane of the following allergens:
- Library or house dust.
- Allergenic insects and pets.
- Allergens of yeast and mold.
- Pollen of plants.
- Medicines
- Allergenic food.
A risk factor for the development of allergic rhinitis is also a genetic predisposition.
Can an allergy to nasal drops develop?
Taking any medication may be accompanied by side effects, among which a drug rash should be highlighted. The cause of this symptom is allergy. From drops in the nose, adverse reactions in the form of a rash on the skin occur more often in young children or adolescents, due to a decrease in the protection of the immune system or individual intolerance of the substances that make up the drug.
Many parents, when a characteristic small rash appears on the baby’s face, wonder: “Could there be an allergy in the child from drops in the nose?” Most experts do not exclude a similar reaction even to medicines intended for the treatment of the common cold. That is why it is not necessary to use medications from such an ailment as an allergy without the consent of a specialist. And anti-allergic drops, and even the most innocuous at first glance, drugs can cause adverse reactions to their constituent components.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction to drops in the nose
An allergy to nasal drops is accompanied by characteristic symptoms, which are nothing but a reaction of the body to a specific substance that is part of the drug.
Among the more pronounced manifestations, the following symptoms can be noted:
- Slight redness of the skin.
- The appearance of nodules.
- Peeling of the entire skin.
The rash can appear immediately after the use of the drug, as well as after a few hours or days. The manifestation of an allergic reaction to the drug disappears almost immediately after stopping its use. In case of complication of symptoms (the occurrence of severe itching and dryness), consult an allergist who can prescribe a corticosteroid ointment to eliminate an allergic rash.
How to choose nose drops against allergies
If a runny nose occurs, many are in no hurry to go to the doctor’s office, acquiring the first available remedy at the pharmacy, the action of which is aimed at eliminating a similar problem. But not everyone knows that an allergy can develop from drops in the nose, which are intended to treat rhinitis that is allergic in nature. It is especially dangerous to use medications without first consulting a doctor for treating children.
Adverse reactions from nasal drops may occur due to individual intolerance of the components that make up the drug. Before prescribing a specific drug, doctors conduct the necessary diagnostics and select for each patient an individual medication against allergies, which maximally eliminates the causes and symptoms of the existing disease and is completely safe for the patient’s health.
Safe treatment for allergic rhinitis
The most common cause of the common cold is allergies. From
drops in the nose quickly unpleasant symptoms of rhinitis are reduced. This form of the drug is safe to use (no load on the liver) due to local effects.
For the treatment of children, it is also much more convenient to use nasal drops against allergies than tablet preparations. Medications in the form of sprays instantly eliminate the symptoms of a runny nose, which is favored by an excellent blood supply to the nasal mucosa.
Classification of nasal drops from a runny nose
There are many drugs designed to treat allergic rhinitis. Self-medication for this disease is unacceptable, because a person who does not have certain knowledge will not be able to make the right choice of a nasal preparation. Uncontrolled intake of medications is fraught with the development of allergic reactions with increased sensitivity of the body to its constituent components. Drops in the nose from an allergic rhinitis are different in composition and spectrum of action.
Classification of nasal antiallergic drugs according to the spectrum of effects on the body:
- Vasoconstrictor drops ("Xylin", "Naphthyzin") - the cheapest and least pleasant option for the nasal mucosa. Designed solely to eliminate symptoms.
- Immunomodulating drugs (Derinat) - are aimed at strengthening the body's immunity against allergic irritants. The action of these drops does not start immediately, so it is recommended to use them comprehensively.
- Antihistamine drops (Cromohexal, Zirtek, Allergodil) - include substances that suppress the allergic process.
- Hormonal drugs (Avamis, Fluticasol) are drops intended for the treatment of only serious forms of allergic rhinitis, because they have a large number of side effects on the body.
- Combined drugs (“Vibrocil”) - contain several active components, which makes it possible to influence the disease simultaneously from different sides.
New in Pharmacology
Today, drops, a spray in the nose from allergies that have barrier effectiveness will help overcome the causes and symptoms of the common cold. Such a tool is indispensable as a prevention of rhinitis due to its unique effect. The substances included in the preparation form a protective film on the mucous membrane in the area of ​​the nasal passages, which prevents the penetration of pathogens.
The use of nasal barrier drops helps prevent the appearance of swelling, and therefore, significantly reduce the symptoms of a runny nose. Among the most famous drugs of this spectrum of exposure, the drug “Prevalin” can be distinguished. Its effect lasts no more than 4 hours, so when treating with this drug, it is recommended to strictly monitor reuse. If a runny nose has already begun, then in the formation of a protective film there is no sense.