Best solution I've found, by far, and I've tried a LOT. This is the first time in years I haven't had to take at least one Cetirizine (Zyrtec) every single day, and I often took 2 or more in a day.
My allergies (and/or like non-allergic rhinitis) were minor most of the time, but they were constant. And at least a few times a year, they would flare up severely: I would have to take combinations multiple doses of multiple antihistamines every day for several days or more- I'm talking 3 cetirizine, 2 diphenhydramine, and couple chlorpheniramine maleate.. Sometimes even more than this, and sometimes I even had to resort to Prednisone. This sounds like an insane amount of drugs to take, but that's what it took for me to function. I also tried various nasal sprays, both prescription and non (Astelin, Nasalcrom, and prescription steroid sprays that I can't remember).
I've only been using Flonase for about 2 months at this point (on my second bottle, and I stretched the first one out long past its labeled doses), but so far I've almost completely stopped taking zyrtec or any other antihistamine. I can't remember the last time I took any, but probably have a few times since I started Flonase. These are dramatic results for me. I know steroid sprays aren't without side effects, but being free from taking systemic antihistamines is huge for me, and my liver and body will probably thank me in ways I don't even realize.. Who knows how well this solution will work long term, but for now this stuff is remarkable, and worth it's weight in gold.
A Love Letter, From Me, to Flonase...
Dear Flonase, For years, I've suffered from undiagnosed allergies. I likely got them from my father, not certainly the best trait he passed down to me. I'm far too busy (lazy) to actually make an appointment with an allergist right now, so I've had to turn to over-the-counter remedies to treat whatever it is I'm allergic to. I started with the pills and they did an OK job, but I felt like things could be better. I felt like I was trapped in an OK relationship that wasn't really going anywhere....then I met you. I read about you online and how you were better than the others, so I thought I'd give you a try. My goodness, what a treat! All it takes is two quick pumps into my nose every day and I'm actually CLEAR the ENTIRE DAY. No more half-stuffy nose and itchy eyes. You actually clear me up completely! I love you, Flonase, and I'm here, arms open asking you-will you go medication-steady with me?Love, A Former Allergy Sufferer
