Medications not to take before allergy testing

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Avatar f tn Could my baby have already developed this allergy in the womb? I have talked to multiple doctors to ask this question and got many answers. The reason for my question is because I have to take a very high dose of amoxicillin prior to dental work do to a congenital heart defect and it happens to be time for some dental work and I'm just about 22 weeks pregnant.
Avatar n tn This will help to find the agents you are allergic to. Along with avoidance of the allergy medications like anti histamines, you also need to discontinue gastric acid inhibiting drugs like ranitidine. I suggest you to consult allergy specialist and follow the given instructions. Take care and regards.
Avatar f tn It is not necessary for you to be allergic to any specific substance to have the above symptoms. You could be having sinusitis, or asthma - which seems the possibility considering your description. You would also need to rule out non-allergic rhinitis. You could take oral antihistamine medications like cetrizine or loratadine and see if it helps with your symptoms. Also take steam inhalation and saline nasal drops several times a day.
Avatar f tn I'm happy to hear that you'll be starting a medicine. MS, mild or not, can rev up and create havoc (of course it may also just pitter out, too). It is so unpredictable. However, not going on a medicine is a gamble that your disease will stay mild. At first, you may be seing your neurologist more frequently.
1528897 tn?1291833568 A careful nasal examination, Allergen-specific testing includes Skin testing, Serum tests for allergy, Allergen challenge and as well as Evaluation for concurrent conditions like Sinusitis and Asthma is necessary and it directs further steps for management. You need to take measures to avoid exposure to such allergens. You can try sleeping with windows closed, which will avoid exposure to aero-allergen in the morning. You cannot change environment so naturally you have to change yourself.
548642 tn?1266179652 I take xanax as well, it helps me thru difficult times. My belief is that all opiates are bad, but not for everyone and not all the time. I would say if you've had a previous addiction to opiates in any form, then you may need to proceed with caution. Opiates are known to replicate the virus. You really need to talk this over with your doctor. Unfortunately I was exposed to a litany of drugs as a youth 1968-69.
Avatar n tn There are many possible allergen including latex allergy, as mentioned above. To identify the underlying cause, allergy testing may be done. Check with an allergologist for proper evaluation. Try to wear hypoallergenic materials, whether clothing or in your toiletries. Antihistamine medications may also help provide relief. Take care and do keep us posted.
329994 tn?1301663248 But I developed an allergy to it. So, my doctor switched me to Talwin, which works ok. No allergy to it. We had recently moved and I had to find a new pain doctor. I had shots in my lower back for pain and they gave me Tramadol. However, they had previously prescribed a Butran patch for me and I had trouble getting approval from my insurance company, so I just stayed with the Talwin. I have recently read up on the Butran patch and taking it makes me nervous.
Avatar n tn I take prescription medications for my HTN. What over-the-counter allergy medication can I take for occasional allergy discomfort (sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion)?
Avatar f tn why will I need to stop my blood pressure meds for 3-5 days before allergy testing?
1373852 tn?1307843048 I have had 24 hr. heart testing so its not that,I think its just the allergies.how long can I expect it to taketil my throat ,chest and tounge mellow out?
Avatar m tn Hello for a month and a half i have had constant saliva which builds up in throat and i have to bring it up to my mouth and swallow it and sometimes it gets thicker and then goes back to saliva.
Avatar n tn t breath from the wheezing and have to do a breathing treatment ? There has to be a way not to have such a hard time. I take a allergy tab almost every day. So helpful tips will be a welcome.
Avatar f tn 26), and TSH was 0.10 (down from 1.7 where it has been for years. No one said not to take my meds before the test, so I took them. My PCP kept me on 0.88 T4 but tried to get me to skip the T3 two days/week. I had a retest in 8 weeks but I read that you are not supposed to take your meds before the test, so I didn't. This time FT3 was 2.4 (down again), FT4 was 1.57 (up more this time), and TSH was 0.11 (about the same, still low).
Avatar n tn The allergy to alcohol or to coke even can be due to preservatives, coloring agents, yeast used for brewing, sulfites, gluten products in the alcohol or even to grapes and other bases. You need to go for an allergy testing for the ingredients of the beverage you take to know what you are allergic to. Hope this helps. Take care!
5574172 tn?1376700381 Depends on how far along you are if you're in the first trimester it's ok to take light pain med or non drowsy allergy meds i just asked my Dr and he said it's ok. As far as being further along i don't know.
Avatar f tn The reaction is from your immune sys and any allergic reaction is not healthy for your body to experience. It can be serious if the allergy becomes more severe. If you ever experience heart or breathing problems then you will need to seek medical help. Antihistamine will reduce the allergy in most cases and can save lives. Many doctors will recommend carrying an Eppi injector just in case the allergy ever becomes life threatening as affecting your heart or breathing.
Avatar f tn The worst ones that bother me the most are the EXTREME fatigue, irritability, and the dizziness. I am suppose to take allergy shots but cannot tolerate them. Every time they increase the dose, I react and we have to stop. I have tried and tried to do them but after 4 failed attempts, I am done trying. I have tried medications and am currently on a prescription nasal spray which helps a little bit not enough.
Avatar n tn You can do this before breakfast/lunch/dinner or before bedtime or in bed.Remember to take deep long breaths into the lungs.You can do this while sitting on floor or chair or lying in bed. Bhramri Pranayam -Close eyes. Close ears with thumb, index finger on forehead, and rest three fingers on base of nose touching eyes. Breathe in through nose. And now breathe out through nose while humming like a bee. Duration : 5 to 12 times Once you are better, continue the pranayam once a day.
Avatar f tn Medications may indeed cause allergic reactions - rash, difficulty of breathing or swelling or inflammation of membranes. With allergy, it is important to discontinue possible allergen and take antihistamine medications. It would also help if you have your throat checked or a swab taken to rule out infectious causes. Drink plenty of fluids and check with your doctor for proper evaluation. Diagnostic tests such as allergy testing may also help. Take care and do keep us posted.
Avatar f tn Hello, you have to take a lot of vitamins and eat a lot of fruit to prevent it, doctors will not always tell you what is wrong because they usually don't want to