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Can You Take Allergy Medicine While Pregnant?

Some allergy medicines are generally considered safe during pregnancy. Learn which.

By Michael O. Schroeder, Staff Writer Aug. 16, 2019

This article is based on reporting that features expert sources.

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Pregnancy and allergy medicine

Can I Take Allergy Medication If I'm Pregnant?

If you plan to get pregnant or you’re already expecting, talk to your doctor about all the medicines you take, including those that don’t need a prescription. Many allergy drugs may be fine to keep taking during pregnancy, but have the discussion so you can have peace of mind.

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Is It Possible to Overdose on Antihistamines?

Medically reviewed by Dena Westphalen, Pharm.D. — Written by Valencia Higuera on February 11, 2019

Can you take too much allergy medication?

Antihistamines, or allergy pills, are medications that reduce or block the effects of histamine, a chemical the body produces in response to an allergen.

Whether you have seasonal allergies, indoor allergies, pet allergies, food allergies, or a chemical sensitivity, an allergic response can trigger multiple symptoms, such as:

sneezing
coughing
sore throat
runny nose
skin rash
ear congestion
red, itchy, watery eyes

Allergy medication is considered safe when used correctly and can provide quick relief from symptoms, but it’s possible to take too much.

An antihistamine overdose, also called antihistamine poisoning, occurs when there’s too much of the medication in your body. This can be life-threatening, so it’s important that you understand proper dosing to avoid toxicity.

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Can’t Sleep? These Allergens Might Be the Reason Why

This content was created by the National Sleep Foundation

If you’re one of the 20 to 50 percent of Americans who has allergies, you know that they don’t always just affect you during the day—the congestion and other symptoms can make it tough for you to get quality sleep at night.

Why the connection? When you breathe in something that you’re allergic to, the allergen irritates your nasal passage, leading to congestion, sneezing, coughing, and a runny nose. It can be difficult to sleep with those kinds of symptoms, which is why people who have allergies tend to have worse sleep. The more severe your symptoms, the lower the quality of your shuteye is likely to be.

To help improve your sleep, you have to rid your home of whatever it is you’re allergic to. Here are four of the top culprits to look out for.

Dust mites: If you have dust in your home, then you likely have dust mites. And unfortunately, one of their favorite places to call home is your bed and pillows (dust mites feed off the dead skin cells that you shed while you sleep). Adding a simple dust mite cover to your mattress and pillows can work wonders, as can regularly washing your bedding in hot water.
Mold: Dampness can lead to mold, which is especially important to know if your bedroom has an attached bathroom. Avoid this by keeping the air moving in your bathroom—whether it’s by using the exhaust fan or opening a window.
Pet dander: Whether you have a cat or a dog, flakes of their dead skin—called pet dander—can be a common allergen. One of the best ways to avoid this is to keep your pet off furniture (especially your bed) and to vacuum regularly. A weekly bath and brushing for your furry friend can also reduce dander in the home.
Pollen: This allergen