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What allergy medications work for dust allergies?

I have dust allergies. What allergy medications work for dust allergies?

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Dust allergies are actually allergies to dust mites. People allergic to dust (everyone sneezes when dust is blown in their face) but a true allergy causes a number of symptoms by triggering the mast cells. In dust, there are dust mites. It is the stool or poop from the dust mites that they are allergic to. It is usually sinus and respiratory issues that are affected. Generally medications like Benadryl, Zyrtec and Claritin are helpful. But with the respiratory allergy many times an inhaler is needed. Wearing a mask while dusting can often times help with the symptoms.
Any of over the counter antihistamines such as Zyrtec or Claritin will work. Combine them with nasal spray such as Flonase. Both need to be used regularly to be effective for dust mite allergy. Have a great day. Igor H.
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