Antihistamines
Current as of: April 7, 2019
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Martin J. Gabica, MD – Family Medicine & Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Antihistamine medicines block the action of the chemical histamine during an allergic reaction to an irritant (allergen). Allergic symptoms, such as sneezing and itching, are not as bad when an antihistamine is taken. It’s important to check with a doctor before giving antihistamines to a child. Some antihistamines can…