Q. What could be the best medicine for allergic rhinitis?
Answered by Dr. Alok Rathi and medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team.
New
Do you have a question on Allergic Rhinitis or Topical Steroids? We have medical experts to help you right away. Ask a Doctor Now »
Hi,
I am currently using Duonase nasal spray and Odimont LC for the allergic rhinitis. I am getting mild fever after taking Duonase.
- Is it safe to take Duonase?
- Can I take Paracetamol for fever while using Duonase?
- Is there any alternative for Duonase without steroids?
Related Questions:
• I have a blocked, itching and running nose. What can be done?
• Topical Corticosteroids for Skin Conditions
• What could be the best medicine for allergic rhinitis?
Dr. Alok Rathi
M.B.B.S., M.S (PGI)., FELLOW (PEDIATRIC ENT
Otolaryngology (E.N.T
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
- Duonase (combination of Azelastine hydrochloride and Fluticasone propionate) is a topical corticosteroid and is safe.
- Yes, you can take Paracetamol for fever.
- For allergic rhinitis, topical steroids are to be taken.
- Alternative treatment is to avoid the possible allergens you are suspecting.
- Mometasone containing nasal sprays are other options.
For further information consult an allergy specialist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/allergy-specialist
Hi,
Thank you doctor. I would like to know is there any ayurveda treatment available for allergic rhinitis? Because I do not want to use steroids as it has worse side effects in long-term use. Please suggest.
Dr. Alok Rathi
M.B.B.S., M.S (PGI)., FELLOW (PEDIATRIC ENT
Otolaryngology (E.N.T
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
- There are no side effects with topical Corticosteroids. You can start using Metaspray (Mometasone) one puff in each nostril in the morning after breakfast. If the spray reaches your throat, you should not swallow, just spit it out.
- The only precaution is using it in proper way. Use your left hand to spray in right nostril and vice versa. With proper usage, no side effects will occur.
- You can try ayurveda too. But results will take longer time and not guaranteed always.
- In allopathy, any result will be visible within three weeks so that you can modify your treatment accordingly.
- Ultimately, treatment of allergy is getting away from the possible allergens. Stay away from the dust, smoke, other possible allergens you think of such as cold exposure, some food products, etc.
For further queries consult an allergy specialist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/allergy-specialist
Related Questions & Answers
I took Flonase for hay fever and had chest tightness. Can I continue taking it?
Query: Hello doctor,I started taking Flonase at night for hay fever and when I wake up in the morning I am having wheezing and my chest is tight. I do not want to stop taking it because it is so helpful for my allergy symptoms but I am really worried about this side-effect. Current medications are Cymbalta... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I started taking Flonase at night for hay fever and when I wake up in the morning I am having wheezing and my chest is tight. I do not want to stop taking it because it is so helpful for my allergy symptoms but I am really worried about this side-effect. Current medications are Cymbalta... Read Full »
Dr. Shyam Kalyan N
ENT Otolaryngologist
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Flonase (Fluticasone) is an intranasal steroid spray that has very less systemic absorption. It will help relieve allergy symptoms and will not cause wheezing. In fact, for wheezing, you may need another steroid, like an inhalant steroid using inhaler or Rotavap (rot... Read Full »
ENT Otolaryngologist
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Flonase (Fluticasone) is an intranasal steroid spray that has very less systemic absorption. It will help relieve allergy symptoms and will not cause wheezing. In fact, for wheezing, you may need another steroid, like an inhalant steroid using inhaler or Rotavap (rot... Read Full »
What to do if I accidently got Fluticasone spray in the eyes?
Query: Hello doctor, I think my Flonase (Fluticasone) nasal spray bottle was empty which is actually was and I have no idea what suddenly changed. I started pumping it which I usually have to do when it is empty before I reached my nostril, and a puff sprayed into my left eye. As I heard the sound, I imme... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I think my Flonase (Fluticasone) nasal spray bottle was empty which is actually was and I have no idea what suddenly changed. I started pumping it which I usually have to do when it is empty before I reached my nostril, and a puff sprayed into my left eye. As I heard the sound, I imme... Read Full »
Dr. Shikha
Eye Care Ophthalmologist
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. For how long it is blurry? Did it improve at all or not? Give a thorough wash for at least half an hour with clean water. If the vision improved after washing, then there is no need to be the worry, but if it is still blurry, then you must consult for any corneal les... Read Full »
Eye Care Ophthalmologist
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. For how long it is blurry? Did it improve at all or not? Give a thorough wash for at least half an hour with clean water. If the vision improved after washing, then there is no need to be the worry, but if it is still blurry, then you must consult for any corneal les... Read Full »
Simple Guidelines to Cure Asthma
Article Overview: Here I have explained the term asthma and how our body works against allergens. I wish people to have a good understanding of the disease and treatment options to go a long way in establishing a cure for it. Read Article »
Article Overview: Here I have explained the term asthma and how our body works against allergens. I wish people to have a good understanding of the disease and treatment options to go a long way in establishing a cure for it. Read Article »
Dr. Shruti Sridhar
Homeopathic Physician
Hay fever and asthma are very frequent today. Allergy or hay fever is the inflammatory reaction of the respiratory system to an allergen. All allergic attacks initially begin as acute episodes of runny nose, watery eyes, itching, etc. It will occur periodically to one or more allergens. Here, I ... Read Article »
Homeopathic Physician
Hay fever and asthma are very frequent today. Allergy or hay fever is the inflammatory reaction of the respiratory system to an allergen. All allergic attacks initially begin as acute episodes of runny nose, watery eyes, itching, etc. It will occur periodically to one or more allergens. Here, I ... Read Article »
Most Viewed
What is the cause for scoliosis and leg trembling?
Hi doctor, When I was 10 years old, I had spine surgery for removing a lipoma tumor. I was fine before surgery. After th ...Read more »
Why does puberphonia occur?
Hi doctor, I am a 23 year old male. My voice sounds like a girl's voice. Whenever someone hears my voice over the phone, ...Read more »
Effects of Sleep on Your Health
'Quality sleep' is the key to a healthy life. People with an imbalance in their sleep-wake cycle usually lead a disorien ...Read more »