Allergies Articles A-Z
This page of the eMedTV library provides an in-depth look at cockroach allergy, including tips to help prevent it. This common indoor pest allergy is caused by certain proteins found in cockroach saliva and feces.
Common food allergies include milk, shellfish, peanuts, and tree nuts (such as walnuts). This portion of the eMedTV library provides detailed information on eight of the most common food allergies affecting adults and children.
Cromolyn is an asthma and allergy drug that is available in several forms. This selection from the eMedTV archives takes a closer look at this drug and offers a link to more detailed information. Cremolum is a common misspelling of cromolyn.
Cromolyn is a drug used to treat asthma and allergies. This article on the eMedTV Web site briefly discusses the medication and provides a link to more detailed information. Cromalin is a common misspelling of cromolyn.
If you have allergies or asthma, your healthcare provider may recommend a drug called cromolyn. This eMedTV selection provides an overview of the drug and includes a link to more detailed information. Cromaline is a common misspelling of cromolyn.
Cromolyn is a prescription medicine that is used for the treatment of asthma and allergies. This eMedTV page lists the various forms of cromolyn that are available, explains how the medicine works, and offers general dosing information for the drug.
Definition of Sick Building Syndrome
This eMedTV page offers a definition of sick building syndrome as a situation in which building occupants experience acute symptoms. It appears to be linked to time spent in a building when no specific illness or cause can be identified.
It is actually the waste products of dust mites that provoke an allergic reaction. This eMedTV resource provides more information on dust mite allergy, including how common it is. Dust mite alergy is a common misspelling of dust mite allergy.
Dust mite allergy is an allergy to a microscopic organism that lives in the dust found in all dwellings. This eMedTV article discusses dust mite allergy in more detail, including things you can do to limit your exposure to dust mites.
As this eMedTV article explains, dust prevention can involve removing carpeting, washing sheets at high temperatures, and using air filters. This part of the Web site provides several more tips on preventing dust in your home.
Flonase is a prescription drug that comes in the form of a nasal spray. This part of the eMedTV Web site provides a brief look at how the drug works to treat allergic and non-allergic rhinitis. Flonaise is a common misspelling of Flonase.
Flonase is a prescription nasal spray that is used to treat runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, and itching. This eMedTV page describes how Flonase works to treat allergic and non-allergic rhinitis and explains what you should know before using the drug.
Breastfeeding women who are using Flonase should watch for any side effects in their nursing child. This eMedTV resource discusses Flonase and breastfeeding in more detail and explains whether the medicine is passed through breast milk.
It is not fully understood whether Flonase would cause problems when used during pregnancy. This eMedTV Web page describes the clinical findings on Flonase and pregnancy, and explains what happened when the drug was given to pregnant animals.
Weight gain appears to be a potential side effect of Flonase. This article from the eMedTV library offers more information on Flonase and weight gain, and explains what your doctor may recommend if you gain weight while using the medication.
The recommended Flonase dosage for children ages four and older is one spray in each nostril once daily. This eMedTV segment also contains Flonase dosing recommendations for adults and provides tips for how and when to use the nasal spray.
Protease inhibitors and certain antibiotics or antifungals may cause Flonase drug interactions. This part of the eMedTV library lists specific antibiotics, antifungals, and protease inhibitors that should not be taken together with Flonase.
Flonase Nasal Spray -- Drug Information
In studies, large doses of Flonase did not cause any complications. As this eMedTV article explains, while a short-term overdose is not likely to be dangerous, long-term Flonase overdose can decrease the body's ability to produce natural steroids.
Side effects that may occur with Flonase include nasal burning or irritation, cough, and headache. This eMedTV resource lists common Flonase side effects, as well as rare but potentially serious side effects that require immediate medical attention.
Flonase is used for treating non-allergic rhinitis and seasonal or perennial nasal allergy symptoms. This eMedTV article describes the effects of Flonase, explains whether it can be used in children, and discusses possible off-label Flonase uses.
Flonase Warnings and Precautions
Flonase can potentially cause or worsen glaucoma or cataracts. This page on the eMedTV site offers other Flonase warnings and precautions, including a list of existing medical conditions you should tell your doctor about before using the nasal spray.
As this eMedTV article explains, Flonase is a drug used to treat sneezing, runny nose, and other nasal symptoms. This article explains how the drug is taken and lists some possible side effects. Flonaze is a common misspelling of Flonase.
Flonase is a medication used for treating allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms. This eMedTV page describes the effects of Flonase, lists possible side effects of the drug, and links to more information. Flownase is a common misspelling of Flonase.
Common Flonase side effects may include nausea, cough, and headache. This eMedTV article also lists serious side effects that should be reported to a doctor immediately. Flownase side effects is a common misspelling of Flonase side effects.
As explained in this eMedTV segment, flunisolide is a drug used to treat allergies and prevent asthma. This article takes a brief look at this drug and lists some of its possible side effects. Flunislide is a common misspelling of flunisolide.
This selection from the eMedTV archives offers an overview of flunisolide, a prescription drug often used to treat allergies and prevent asthma. A link to more detailed information is also provided. Flunisoide is a common misspelling of flunisolide.
Flunisolide is a drug used for preventing asthma attacks and treating an irritated nose due to allergies. This eMedTV Web page describes flunisolide inhalers and nasal sprays in more detail and explains the effects of the medication.
Flunisolide is a prescription drug used to treat allergies and prevent asthma. This eMedTV article offers a brief overview of the drug and provides a link to more detailed information. Fluonisolide is a common misspelling of flunisolide.
A food allergy is not the same thing as a food intolerance. This eMedTV article briefly describes what a food allergy is, including common symptoms and the usual treatment plan. Food alergi is a common misspelling of food allergy.
Food allergies occur when the immune system reacts abnormally to a certain kind of food. This eMedTV Web page briefly describes possible symptoms of an allergy and the usual treatment plan. Food alergies is a common misspelling of food allergies.
A doctor makes a food allergy diagnosis based on certain tests. This eMedTV segment briefly describes a few ways of confirming that a person has a food allergy. Food alergy test is a common misspelling and variation of food allergy diagnosis.
A food allergy, as this eMedTV page explains, occurs when the immune system reacts abnormally to a specific food. A brief overview of this condition is provided, as are links to more information. Food alergys is a common misspelling of food allergy.
If you have food allergies, you may have questions about the labeling of your food. This eMedTV Web page provides detailed answers to frequently asked questions about the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) of 2004.
Food allergies in children occur in up to 6 to 8 percent of children under the age of three. This eMedTV segment provides tips on dealing with food allergies in children and lists the most common childhood allergies, such as peanuts.
A food allergy occurs when a food triggers an abnormal response by the body's immune system. This eMedTV article explains the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance, and provides other information about food allergies.
To assist with a food allergy diagnosis, the patient may be asked to keep a diet diary. As this eMedTV Web page explains, other diagnostic tools include elimination diets and blood tests. This resource offers an overview of food allergy diagnosis.
This eMedTV article provides information about the "food allergy list" the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is requiring for food labels, effective January 2006. The food allergy list will help allergic consumers know which foods to avoid.