Always read the label. For further information contact your GP or Pharmacist.
Be consistent
Taking antihistamines every day throughout the hayfever season is more effective at controlling your symptoms than only taking them occasionally when the pollen count is high.
Take a shower
Hop into the shower as soon as you get home as this can help remove pollen that can stay on your hair and skin. Also, don’t forget it will stick to your clothes too.
Laundry tips
Drying clothes outside gives them a lovely fresh smell, try to avoid high pollen days though as the pollen can stick to the laundry.
Avoid pollen
Pollen is hard to avoid. However, it can help to keep windows closed especially first thing in the morning when the pollen is rising and in the evening when it comes back down.
Keep it tidy
Dust mites live in carpets and soft furnishings as well as bedding. Using a high filtration vacuum cleaner on carpets and soft furnishings can help to reduce dust mite allergens.
Pets in the bedroom
With 27% of us owning a dog and 19% a cat, keeping your pet out of the bedroom can help reduce the allergens they leave behind.
Wear sunglasses
Wearing wraparound sunglasses can protect your eyes from being in contact with pollen.
Download a pollen app
You can download an app that lets you know the presence and concentration of pollen in your area daily.
Check your houseplants
Keep an eye on the soil of your houseplants and change it regularly if you notice mould growth.
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Zirtek Allergy Relief (6+) and Zirtek Oral Solution (2+) contain cetirizine dihydrochloride. Zirtek is for the relief from itchy watery eyes, blocked or runny nose and sneezing caused by hayfever and winter allergens such as dust, pets and moulds as well as allergic itchy skin rashes (hives).
Zirtek Plus Decongestant (12+) contains pseudoephedrine and cetirizine dihydrochloride. Zirtek Plus Decongestant is for the relief of symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes or nose associated with hayfever and airborne winter allergens such as dust, pets, and moulds.
Always read the label. For further allergy advice please contact your GP or Pharmacist.
Medical Disclaimer:
The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency, or for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions regarding your condition.
References are available upon request.
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