Quick allergy relief

Advantages: cheapest available, instant action, no side effects
Disadvantages: only available in small packs

...I've only been suffering from hayfever in the last couple of years, and am lucky enough to not suffer from any other allergies. My symptoms for hayfever are pretty standard - itchy/watery eyes, runny nose, headaches and sneezes. It's not so bad that I feel awful with it, but the symptoms are very irritating - so I try to manage them. So, I can only comment on how these tablets affected me & not how they would work for someone that has a more severe case of hayfever than myself. I personally find the price of hayfever and allergy tablets on the expensive side, and when they come in packs of 7 or 14 and you need to take a tablet a day, this can soon mount up. This is why I tried Tesco's own version, as it was the cheapest option available at the time. These also come in packs of 7 and 14, I always opt for the larger packs as they...

katherineh123 29.10.2009 · Read review
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Review of Tesco Non-Drowsy Hayfever and Allergy Relief

Seasonal orgasm relief by Tesco

Advantages: Cheap, easily accessible, actually work!
Disadvantages: None

...It?s ?that? time of year again and if like me you suffer from Hayfever you?ll know what a pain in the rear it is trying to find suitable relief that is not only kind on your pocket but actually works! I?ve suffered with this allergy since the age of 11 and was told back then that I would probably grow out of it. Unfortunately now at the age of 32 my hopes of that are almost out of the window and so I?ve come to terms with the fact that I?ll have to endure the yearly suffering and continue my pursuit in finding medication that works and doesn?t cost a fortune. Now, over the years I have tried various products that claim to work fast to relieve most symptoms caused by hayfever, though some of these have worked I do find that you soon become immune to them and they are nine times out of ten the most expensive brands. As with all...

chocliteclair 28.05.2007 · Read review
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Review of Tesco Non-Drowsy Hayfever and Allergy Relief

Bruise relief

Advantages: Seems to clear up bruises
Disadvantages: Careful how you use it

...Arnica bruise relief On a recent quad biking experience, Little Miss managed to crash into a tree and fall down a ditch. Thankfully, apart from a small cut and some HUGE bruises, she was fine, and even went quad biking again. The bruises were of some concern to me because not only was the big one on her leg causing her some discomfort, but they looked awful. I had heard about arnica being good for bruises, but never having used it before, I did a little bit of a finding out exercise before rushing out to buy it. WHAT IS IT? Arnica (Arnica montana) has been used for medicinal purposes since the 1500s and remains popular today to soothe muscle aches, reduce inflammation, and heal wounds and it is often the first remedy used for injuries such as sprains and bruises. Arnica in herbal form is primarily restricted to external use...

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Review of Boots Alternatives Arnica Bruise Relief

Medication allergies

Advantages: hopefully i have given some lifesaving advice
Disadvantages: it is still quite harm for me to write about my experience in detail as i am still shaken up by it

...were called Trimethoprim. Within about a minute my legs, arms and tummy were itching quite badly but I just assumed it was one of my usual allergies as they flare up quite often for no reason, so I trundled down stairs to take some antihistamines to give me some relief from the itching. But by the time I got downstairs the itching was really intense and my throat, ears, nose, mouth and eyes were all itching unbearably. I still did not link the reaction to the antibiotics and took double the dose of antihistamine that I would normally take as I wanted it to kick in fast. I should just say here that it is really not advisable to take more than the recommended dose of any medication but fortunately in this situation it was what saved me life as my allergy was so severe. Anyway, about another 30 seconds later (around 3-4 minutes after...

ilusvm 09.02.2005 · Read review
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Review of Member Advice on Medication Allergies

Good relief for the summer

Advantages: Quick relief from hayfever symptoms
Disadvantages: none

...It`s coming to the time of year that all hayfever suffer`s dont like and being a hayfever sufferer myself I am planning on heading to the GP to get my usual hayfever medication which includes Opticrom eyedrops, Rhinocourt nasal spray and Triludan tablets. Without the Opticrom eyedrops I dont know what I would do during the summer months, they are absolutely execellent. What are the drops used for? Opticrom eyedrops are used for eye allergies, hayfever, dust mites and pet hairs. Opticrom is available both on prescription and over the counter at most chemists. (not sure of the price as I get mine on prescription) Opticrom eyedrops come either in 5ml (125 drops) or 10ml (250 drops) bottles it is used to give relief to itchy, red puffy eyes. The box is small and is blue and white in colour, with opticrom wrote on the front...

jenny967 12.05.2008 · Read review
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Review of Opticrom Allergy Eye Drops

For When Allergies Attack

Advantages: it does the trick
Disadvantages: well you have to pay for it,otherwise none

...I was quite surprised when my doctor diagnosed me with hayfever a few years ago. I always thought that it was something you were born with, silly me. The first remedies I tried were Clarityn Allergy tablets (which were absolutely fantastic but expensive) and Rhinolast Nasal spray which was equally good but I found I always had a bitter aftertaste after using it. Then a couple of years ago my partner came home with Beconase as the chemist we use had run out of both of the previously mentioned remedies. After much foot stamping and a chorus of "It?s not fair!"I had to give it a go, as I had nothing to lose and was feeling pretty ill and pathetic by this time. So for anyone that doesn't know hayfever, while not life threatening, is awful, you may start off with a sneeze or two followed by itchy, streaming eyes which then puff up...

Queenofsheba 07.06.2002 · Read review
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Review of Beconase Allergy

A Cheaper and very effective alternative remedy for HAYFEVER

Advantages: Cheap, effective and redily available
Disadvantages: none

...Atishoooooooooo...oh no, the summer's here along with the grass cutting, pollinating flowers and bushes, dust and malting pets. Grab the box of kleenex please!!! I should take out shares in all tissue companies in the Summer..But now I have found.......a cheaper and effective remedy for my hayfever. Sainsbury's havefever and allergy relief, a cheaper but very effective alternative to the more pricey remedies on the market. £1.71 for 14, 1 a day tablets...that's only 12p per day to be hayfever free!!! yipeeeee (or 98p for 7 tablets) Others on the market include: Benadryll £3.98 for 12 tablets Clarityn £2.99 for 7 tablets Piriteeze £4.63 for 12 tablets Sainsbury's havefever and allergy relief tablets relieve symptoms of Hayfever, Skin allergies, Pet allergies, Dust allegies. Ingredients: Each film coated tablet contains...

agent626 21.07.2009 · Read review
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Review of Sainsbury's Hayfever &Allergy Relief

Anyone for Hand Relief?

Advantages: Really improves and moisturises the skin
Disadvantages: A bit expensive

...OK I shall get the obvious double entrendre out of the way first. It always makes me giggle when my husband has been working in the garden all day and comes in and moans about how dry his hands are and I as the dutiful wife ask him if he would like some Hand Relief. This used to bring a broad smile to his face until he realised I was offering him Aveda's Hand Relief - an intensively moisturising hand cream and not something else. I first came across this product as a samples which were put into my bag after I had purchased other Aveda products (anyone who has read any of my reviews knows I am quite an Aveda afficionado) and to be honest for years I just used to bin said samples because I used another handcream. Suffering from eczema makes choosing a handcream difficult and having found one that I liked and got on with I wasn't about...

Suzela 22.10.2008 · Read review
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Review of Aveda Hand Relief

'Tis the season of snuffles and sniffles

Advantages: an effective antihistamine with not too many side effects
Disadvantages: branded drugs are usually more expensive

...reaction that can be fatal). , rashes, and photosensitivity reactions), Cetirizine and Driving ------------------------------- Although drowsiness is rare there will be a warning that it can still occur and may affect performance of skilled tasks (e.g. driving); alcohol will make this worse. So what does Dr Reddy's Histease Allergy Relief have going for it? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ It?s effective, not very sedating, and available over the counter at many shops so it?s easy to buy. It doesn?t have too many common side effects and the common ones aren?t too bad. It may not suit everyone. It?s worth trying different antihistamine preparations to see what suits you best. For example it may be worth using this is the day and using a sedative one at night (this is what i do...

Miskah 08.06.2007 · Read review
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Review of Dr Reddy Histease Allergy Relief Tablets Cetirizine Hydrochloride

These stop me going mad.....

Advantages: Cheaper than big name brand but just as effective
Disadvantages: My body builds up resistance to them, so I need to rotate with another drug.

.... ---Who can take them?--- These tablets are only suitable for adults and children over 12 years. They are NOT recommended for use in pregnancy or if breastfeeding. They also contain lactose, and as such are not really suitable for lactose intolerants. ---Where can I get them?--- As these are Tesco's own brand, they are only available from them, either in-store or on-line. The 7 tablets packs are freely available for 99p a packet, while there is a larger pack size that is only available at the in-store pharmacy. Be aware there are two different types of Tesco allergy relief tablets available, these are the ones in the yellow packet. ---Final Words--- Without these tablets I think there are times when I would have gone mad (or broke). I find they provide long term relief from itching within a very short time from taking them...

sandemp 13.11.2005 · Read review
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Review of Tesco Hayfever & Allergy Relief Tablets