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I was diagnosed with Stage III Triple Negative Breast Cancer at age 26 (2 years ago next month, BRCA 1 mutation). I had likely the same treatment as she'll be going through (Adriamycin/Cytoxan and after those - Taxol and then 5 years of Tamoxifen (even with triple negative the cancer can still be fueled by a small amount of Estrogen. So Tamoxifen was prescribed because if the side effects aren't too hard to control, it could end up doing more good than bad). Finishing my treatment up with radiation was the last step. I also had a double mastectomy and reconstruction and I'm due for one last breast reconstruction as well as having my ovaries/uterus removed (BRCA 1 mutation) once my baby is born (found out I was pregnant a few months after finishing radiation, yay!).

• A water bottle would be great to help encourage her drinking habits. Drinking lots of water is super important especially because of the steroids and Zofran.
  
  
• A super duper soft bristle toothbrush! Her gums will be so sore so a soft toothbrush as well as a really mild toothpaste will help. I found Biotene was a great mild toothpaste! I also got the Biotene Mouthwash.
  
  I rocked my bald head and any scarfs/hats I received or purchased ended up going unused. I think it was mainly just that I didn't care enough or have the energy to make the effort. I did however try to put on makeup any time I went into the wild because I sort of looked like death.
  
  My go to makeup even when I was completely out of it was always an eyebrow pencil/dip brow and eyeliner as well as foundation. I felt so creepy because I didn't have eyebrows, though I know it probably didn't phase anyone else. But it really gave me that confidence boost I needed.
  
  I was able to drive myself to and from all of my chemos though I know it's different for everyone. I was fortunate enough to not puke once through my treatments, though Adriamycin and Cytoxan were just terrible... If I ever see a photo of someone getting chemo or if I think about it too much I get physically ill and nauseous, it's funny how the brain works. I always felt better when my fiance came with me even if the steroids or Benadryl ended up putting me to sleep.
  
  Try to avoid showing pity or being sad around her (and try to shield her from others doing the same thing). I was diagnosed at a young age (26) and whenever someone brought that up (Ohhhh you're so young....) it was somehow really upsetting. I had to hold back a lot of tears because I expected to be infertile by the end and people would show pity that I didn't have any kids yet. I don't know, it was the roughest thing emotionally about it for me.
  
  Meal cooking is fantastic, cleaning is perfect, I literally didn't want to do anything when I was on Adriamycin and Cytoxan. It knocked me out and the fatigue was just terrible.
  
  
• Stool softeners (they'll likely prescribe Colace with the Zofran), Metamucil, and my favorite - Smooth Move Tea. Highly, highly recommend Smooth Move Tea. It has moved even the most stubborn of bowel movements and I couldn't have made it through chemo without it.
  
  Small snacks easy on the tummy to take medicine with in the mornings were hard to come by fast for me. The thought of cooking things just wasn't worth the hassle. I liked carbs/bready things because it coated my tummy more. Though they're not good for constipation, it was sometimes the only thing I could stomach. Lots of plain tortellini, crackers, bread/toast, bagels, mashed potatoes, egg noodles, boiled perogies, bananas, etc.
  
  My Adriamycin and Cytoxan treatments were once every 2 weeks (Thursdays), with the shot (Neulasta) being given the day after treatments (Fridays). The Neulasta shot... ugh the shot. It made my bones hurt and overall whole body hurt. It was probably the worst part by far. I was the most complain-y after getting that shot for generally 2 days from what I remember. It was just so hard to get comfortable, it makes you really restless because of the leg pain. A trick that I did find out was to take 1 Claritin the night before going in for the Neulasta shot. It didn't make a HUGE difference but I definitely noticed the difference. It definitely helped me and others. Don't ask how or why, even the chemo nurses said they have no idea exactly why it worked but it truly did!
  
  By the time I was due for my next treatment, literally the night before I'd start to feel better. Then it started all over again. I did get better little by little each day, but my energy and "normalness" would be felt around the night before. The fatigue was terrible though. But if she has to get out of the house for errands or anything, or just sanity - the few days leading up to the next treatment will likely be the time to do it.
  
  Oh and another tip - if she eats something while receiving her chemo treatment (like, plugged to the machine), she'll likely never want to eat that food again. So make sure it's not a favorite of hers! I had goldfish once and the thought of goldfish instantly brought back that nausea feeling from treatment. And it happened to these delicious soft chocolate chip cookies too.
  
  Also, a lot of people say to not eat your favorite foods in general while going through treatment because it causes aversions to it. I didn't listen and it turned out fine for me. It was just the eating-while-plugged-in that caused that. I also didn't listen when they said to avoid spicy things, greasy things, etc. I ate what I could, when I wanted, and I often lived off of Thai Bangkok Chicken (spicy!). It was what I craved and food plays a big part in my mood, so if your Mom wants something that will make her happy - let her have it! :P
  
  I also had a pride issue with asking for help when I needed it. I generally just forced myself to get up and get myself something to eat instead of asking for help. My point is, don't ask her if she needs something as often as you do just bring something to her or do things for her. She likely won't like asking for assistance!
  
  
• Satin pillowcases (everyone sells them). When her hair starts falling out and she's ready to shave her head, these help. Her hair will "hurt" as it's shedding and anything to help soothe her head is definitely going to make a difference.
  
  
• Purel hand sanitizer and hand soap (her immune system will be very susceptible to everything, so having hand sanitizer for you and everyone that is going to be near her is good to have - and for her too. I kept one in the car and my fiance and I would use it every time we came in contact with things in the grocery store, gas pump, etc etc.)
  
  
• Aquaphor, Aquaphor - AQUAPHOR!! I used so, so much of this for my head. When my hair was coming out and "hurting" this helped soothe it. Keeping her scalp moisturized will help so much. There are other alternatives, but I found aquaphor was great because to massage anything else on my scalp was so painful.
  
  
• Some kind of hard mints or candy, I liked Jolly Ranchers and Breathsavers. The "chemo taste" in her mouth might drive her crazy. Not only does it cause certain foods to taste entirely different, but even when she's not eating anything there's just this... taste. Bleh. Mints helped!
  
  Okay I've probably driven you crazy with my huge list, I'm sorry! As I was writing it all started coming back to me. I have such a bad memory of all my treatments, it was like it was all a haze. Hang tight and know that treatment isn't her whole life - it's just an unfortunate slump that she'll be able to get passed soon enough! I wish both of you the best, I'll be thinking of you guys. If you have any more questions or want me to think of more (trust me, I can!) just send me a PM! I'll do the best that I can!
  
  xo

Hey everyone, I cringe when I see the cost vs contents of most first aid kits on the market. Too much unnecessary stuff and only the highest priced kits have clotting powder, which I’ve used on the trail for controlling bleeding with large abrasions and deep or tangential lacerations. I put together my suggestions, with an eye toward maximizing usefulness and minimizing per unit cost. IMO this is superior to most kits costing 2-3x more. Light enough for the discernible backpacker, but makes a great gift for family and friends to throw in the car pocket, the boat, ATV, or carry along to kids sporting events. Feel free to add, subtract or substitute to customize your own.

Ever-Ready First Aid Adhesives, assorted sizes, 280ct $6.95 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0179S0IAW
Self explanatory, enough for 2-3 of each size per DIY kit.

Vakly Stretch Gauze: 12 pk 4” x 4yds $7.99 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MTQFPA6
1 pk per kit and 4 left over for the home medicine cabinet.

McKesson individually wrapped sterile gauze pads: 50ct $5.17 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002C5P9J8
6 per kit, throw them in a ziploc baggie to protect against moisture.

Woundseal clotting powder: 20 pkts $28.06 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008RUJXR6
Remember that compression alone, when done properly, effectively controls most bleeding. But when a member of your group is on aspirin or other blood thinners, or sustains a nasty cut that won’t stop bleeding, this stuff is awesome.

3M Duct tape: 1.88in x 30yds $3.89 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013B1XHE
Countless uses for the backpacker / camper, from tourniquet, fracture splinting, reinforcement of wound dressings, fashioning a moleskin barrier for blisters, not to mention tent, pack or sleeping bag repair. Grab a few extra straws from your local fast food joint, trim them to 2 inches, then roll up 4 to 6ft lengths of duct tape around the straw. The straw in the middle doubles as a pocket billows for fire starting.

Rensow white petroleum jelly 5gms, 144 pkts: $24.99 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KAGT85M
Lip balm, burn treatment, also apply to rashes, blisters and abrasions to keep gauze from adhering. Doubles as an excellent fire accelerant for bushcrafting. I squeeze some on a cotton ball to use with my tender for catching a spark.

Kirkland anti-diarrheal (loperamide) tablets: 400ct $9.99 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EXPY004
Put 12 per kit and keep the rest for that week-old lasagna that you should have thrown out.

Ibuprofen 200mg tabs: 2x500ct $3.93 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P1NJAJS
Put at least 40 per kit as this is likely to be the first supply used.

Diphenhydramine capsules 25mg, 100ct : $4.99 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00080CKDW
Useful for allergies, insect stings, contact dermatitis, and doubles as a sleep aid for those restless nights in the hammock. 12 per kit should do.

Triple antibiotic ointment 0.5oz 144 pkts: $12.18 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H2T9K3K
6 to 8 per kit should do, and keep the rest for replen.

Ziplock snack bags, 40ct (for storing meds): $2.73 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00U9ZFFCY
Please clearly label each baggie using an indelible marker with name of med, adult dose and expiration date. Pediatric dose optional. Individual “gas station” packets are much more expensive but if routinely carried in vehicle this may be a consideration (law enforcement doesn’t like unlabeled pills floating around in baggies).

First Aid Bags (empty), Alazco, 8 bags $32.82 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0182MQ4MU
Highly optional but nice for making your kit look pretty if you’re giving these away as gifts. I double wrap mine in gallon ziploc bags for moisture control.

A printable first aid primer: https://s3.amazonaws.com/yohsresourcelibrary/First+Aid+Quick+Guide.pdf
Certainly not a comprehensive guide, but has some key information like helpful reminders on how to properly perform CPR on kiddos and babies 👶.

Yeah it sucks.

If you have eye issues you can try Alaway (ketotifen fumarate) eye drops. These take about a week to improve symptoms.

Nasal steroids are now available over the counter (in the US) and work wonders for my sinuses during allergy season, they take maybe a couple days to improve symptoms. You can get Nasacort/Flonase in any allergy aisle, but I just picked up this Costco generic bulk pack on Amazon for super cheap.

Antihistamine pills make me so drowsy I can't really function, so I try not to take them. There are a few, mostly herbal, natural antihistamines and other items that help regulate histamine and allergic response, that I am looking into like quercetin, rutin, Vitamin C, and berberine to name a few. Those might be helpful to you. This article is more about histamine intolerance/mast cell disorders, but has some interesting info if you want to check it out.

Wow! I can't thank you enough for sending this. It is so valuable to see what people are actually carrying with them.

That is a large spacer! I want to build my new case to accommodate spacers, but it seems they come in such varying sizes - difficult to design around.

One idea I've been throwing around is creating a compartment case similar to this:
https://imgur.com/a/rMjB8

It may also have a smaller, detachable mini-case within the case, so if you want to just bring the epi's somewhere you can, like this:
https://imgur.com/a/EYF6Z

What do you think of these ideas?

One other thing - you mentioned you write an entire 8.5 x 11" sheet of paper worth of information about allergies. What types of things are you writing down, and how could I better design a card, even if it is larger - like the one pictured in the latter images here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y39LWVF


Thanks again for your awesome feedback!

>much cheaper than Claratin, Allegra, or other newer types

These can be bought as generics on Amazon for super cheap. This generic Zyrtec is 4 cents a pill.

Generic Allegra is quite a bit more expensive but not too terrible.

Generic Claritin is also super cheap.

The generic Zyrtec and Claritin are actually cheaper than what they sell thh Wal-Finate for (which comes out to a little over 10 cents a pill -- and they last all day instead of 4 hours).

I still have over half of my generic Zyrtec bottle from last year linked above.

For that matter, you can also get chlorpheniramine (what Wal-Finate is) on Amazon for much cheaper too. The Walgreen's website has their Wal-Finate listed at $7 for a 50 count of 4mg tablets. Amazon has $12 for a 1000 count of 4mg tablets.

You're welcome :)

This is fantastic advice. I pretty much only buy Kirkland brand medicine and it works great. I don't have a Costco near me, but I get it all on Amazon for almost as cheap. I got the allergy pills this guy is talking about in 2010 and I still have a bunch left. I thought they'd decrease in effectiveness over time, but thus far they're working great!

Here's a link to the pills NenupharNoir mentions. Kirkland is an awesome brand all-around; I honestly can't recommend it enough.

Zzzquil is just diphenhydramine, the active ingredient in Benadryl. You're better off buying a store brand 'Allergy Relief' medicine with bright pink labels. It'll be $5 for 100 25 mg. tablets, vs. $10 for a small bottle or box with far fewer doses.
The internet's best deal is Amazon's! $9.35 for 600 pills. That's a few years worth, for sure.
Can you buy the store brand's sleep medicine that's also diphenhydramine? Of course! But it's usually more expensive, and has a blue label.
Note: The hot pink labels really do seem to be universal in the U.S., you can walk into any drug or grocery store like Target, Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, Safeway, Giant, Costco, Food Lion, Vons, and the 'Allergy Relief' pills will have a hot pink label.

Seriously though, there's no reason to take Tylenol PM unless you have a cold w/fever and can't sleep.

He's probably going to be want to be on antihistamines daily. I'm allergic to cats and we have 3. It's not impossible. I take cetirizine HCL (Zyrtec or generic) 1x per day and fluticasone (Flonase or generic) 2x per day. If I'm on them, it's like I don't have any symptoms. If I don't, I turn into a mess. But I also have nonallergic rhinitis so I needed these meds since before we even had cats.

When he finds allergy meds that work for him, I recommend getting a prescription and buying them through health insurance through something like a mail order in bulk because the prices tend to be a lot cheaper. Or if you don't have insurance, buy them out of pocket on Amazon in bulk for the best bang for your buck. Generic cetirizine is WAY cheaper on Amazon than it is in store at CVS/Walgreens. That link right there is a year supply of the drug for $22, not too bad. I also really recommend Flonase's Sensimist product - even though it's a little more expensive than regular fluticasone spray, I find it's far less harsh on the nose and it's a bit more effective.

Beyond that, the only thing related to the cats that messes me up is getting dander in my eyes. You just have to be careful when petting them and get in the habit of not touching your eyes. Wash your hands after interacting with them as frequently as possible. Keep some eye drops on hand in case dander does get in the eyes so you can flush them out a bit.

Costco is great, but check Amazon. We're in a similar position. 365 pills on Amazon is $15.99. Obviously Costco is awesome for other things but you might be able to save even more on the Zyrtec. Here is the one we buy for reference: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G9E1GYA/

> The other consideration that a lot of Americans don't talk about is that most states have tax in addition to federal tax, plus sales tax and property tax.

Still less than the tax in most EU countries, especially if you include VAT.

> often thousands per year even for things as simple as allergies.

Uh, not for most allergies. For most people, seasonal allergies can be controlled with over-the-counter medicine, like Zyrtec (cetirizine). I can buy a year-long supply of that (365 tablets) for $15.

Other allergies, like most food allergies, don't need constant medication to treat. The cost there is in the emergency drugs, which (hopefully) don't have to be used in most cases because you'd avoid whatever food it is that makes you react.

> I wish I could find it but I've seen a graph a couple times showing US average taxes + OOP healthcare costs. Trust me, you're better off there.

Depends entirely on the person. If you're in decent health and don't have high recurring medical costs (most physically-active younger people don't) then you're probably better off, tax-wise and healthcare-wise, in the US.

Both of my pitties suffer from allergies, especially when after they sunbathe. I wipe them down with some pet wipes, but my vet said I could give them OTC allergy meds. I do have Benadryl if needed, but I find that these Chlorpheniramine works better. I order on Amazon or get it at Costco. It's super cheap and I give them a pill twice a day in some PB and they do much better than with Benadryl. My white pitties breaks out in hives too, and he has a tendency to lick his paws to the point that they are raw if his allergies are acting up too badly. This really helps prevent all of that.

For those with allergies. Try the Costco (Kirkland) brand of Zyrtec. They sell them on Amazon, which is a great help to those who don't live near a Costco. I did this just recently and picked up two bottles for $44, which has provided me with over 700 pills (24 hour pills no less). Good luck!

Link:

http://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Cetirizine-Antihistamine-Tablets365-tablets/dp/B0036DEALS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335506721&sr=8-1

Amazon / Costco is definitely the best. Fred Meyer is great when I'm in another town and need a convenient place to get some.

There are many people who have been stuck in your exact situation. The spray could be making your situation worse. I've read of someone using a weaning method to get off of it by using it on a single nostril and at lower doses until they got off.

I was in your exact situation and I would give you a few pieces of advice:

1. See an ENT, if you can. I had gone most my life not knowing that I had broken my nose at a very young age and this was causing 80% of my breathing problems.
   
   
2. Wean off the nose spray.
   
   
3. Take an allergy test and find what you are allergic too. Then find an allergy medication that works for you and start taking it daily a month before and after the seasons that you are positive for. BTW, finding an allergy medication that works for you can be difficult. Many medications won't give you immediate relief, but will work great if you take them for a week or two. I use the Kirkland brand of Zyrtec which comes in a bottle of 365 pills for less than $20. If that doesn't work for you then find another med and see if Kirkland sells it.
   
   I swear there is hope, but know that it will not be immediate and it will take some work getting it all together, but it is SO fucking worth it.

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I think it's interesting too. I found the registered trademarks for HITMAN and Medal of Honor video games. Seems dumb to not use the ® that cost hundreds or thousands of dollars to get. The USPTO's guide on page 15 states that "it is best" to use the ® but that you don't have to.

You definitely don't have to use ® or ™. I think it would annoying in writing if every instance of the brand has an ® or ™. Probably risky to leave out if discussing a competitor's product like generic medicines stating to compare their active ingredients to the brand name.

Looks like it's been pretty consistently available for the past four years, if you include Amazon and 3rd party new sellers.

It's also $16.76 if you get it without Prime.

Well, I haven't been in a year. I think it helped me out quite a bit. They tested me and I found that I had allergies to trees, grasses, mold, pet dander and dust mites. Oh, and I found out I have an anaphylactic allergy to shellfish. I also take 10mg of cetirizine(generic Zyrtec) every night before bed. I can get a 1 year supply on Amazon for around $15.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00G9E1GYA/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm not a physician so I don't recommend taking medicine before talking with your physician first. 😊

Ugh. I got this at HEB based on a friend’s reccomendation. It’s working really well and I haven’t had to take either of my allergy meds since Friday. It does have some kind of sugar but the dosage is drops so I am ok with it. Hope you feel better!

https://www.amazon.com/Allergena-Texas-Cedar-Fever-ounce/dp/B06X3TRKV8/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1517934052&sr=1-1&keywords=allergena%2Btexas%2Bcedar%2Bfever&dpID=41WYQgozIJL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1

I could really use some supplements and pain relief that my doctor wants me to take. Specifically, the Calcium, the Arthritis Acetaminophen and the Loratadine. I really could use anything off my Needed HBA Items list, but those three I either need to add to my daily regimen per doc request or am flat out of.

I appreciate the help everyone!

> No offense, but I think self control is what you should be aiming to fix

That's kinda the goal. Removing one click near instant satisfaction helps with self control...

> A side note, generic Zyrtec is even cheaper at Costco (365, 10mg tabs for $16 vs. 45, 10mg tabs for $20)

Amazon sells the the same kirkland brand bulk medications, which is why I order them there (costco is in a part of town I'd have to go out of the way to drive to).

You'll probably like this that I found on amazon then =)

1000 50mg caplets of generic benedryl on amazon for <$20

Looking at the "customers who views this also viewed" section it appears there's a few different options for generic brands too, including in 25mg doses.

http://www.amazon.com/Good-Sense-Cetirizine-Tablets-Count/dp/B00G9E1GYA

Although I remembered the price wrong, its $16 now. I looked it up and I paid $11 a year ago.

With 365 tablets it is more (much more) than I'll use before it expires (3 year expiration), but (at the time) it was cheaper than any of the other sizes on Amazon or locally.

There are other generics too, Wal-Mart has them and I'm sure CVS/Walgreens does as well. What you're looking for is "Cetirizine hydrochloride" (aka Cetirizine HCL, aka generic Zyrtec) and the regular adult dose is 10mg. Most I've seen come in 10mg, some come in 5mg - which is fine, you'll likely just have to take two.

Firstly, allergy meds. I use generic loratidine, it's supercheap and I've had no side effects. Also giving her a "rag bath" will help with the allergies. Just get a soaking washcloth and suds it up with Johnson and Johnson baby shampoo, and give her a quick wipedown as needed. Second, she's all up in your space because she is craving affection, she's trying to bond with you, she's alone at your place all day and I'm sure she misses your company. If you can't bring yourself to give her affection then find a home for her because an animal starved of physical contact is a sad one, she's better off with someone else. But please try to find her a home rather than dropping her at a shelter.

To piggy back on the idea of wearing a face mask, these were also a good tool to have when I was traveling when I was immunocompromised:
https://www.amazon.com/First-Defense-Nasal-Screens-7-Sets/dp/B004KQF9QA (They have different sizes for different sized faces- my husband accidentally bought the larges and they were comically large on my face)

They're more discrete than face masks and it was something to help filter the recirculated air in the plane without feeling so self conscious :)

Buy some allergy medicine? I recommend cetirizine hydrochloride, which is Zyrtec, but get the generic from Amazon.

The other two are Benadryl and Claritin, but those seem to cause drowsiness. Try em all, they're pretty cheap.

Amazon sells the same brand as Costco for $15 for a years supply without the need for a membership. You can buy it here. If you have Amazon Prime, you can get it shipped overnight for free.

Amazon link!

I bought this a few weeks ago, and it's the same one as the OP. Works great.

I just remembered one more if that does not work, which I actually like better:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005TM1YIG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's a lot cheaper, and it doesn't have the withdrawal effects.

Yeah, since claratins been available as an OTC generic, thats a lot better for daytime. Years supply for $10.

https://smile.amazon.com/GoodSense-Allergy-Relief-Loratadine-Tablets/dp/B00HE66ZUC/

I'm also a magnet for mosquitoes and itch horribly for an hour or more from each bite. Several years ago my doctor told me that Benadryl will relieve the itch for a couple hours, but Zyrtec lasts for 24 hours. I've taken a Zyrtec a day for several years now and get ALMOST NO REACTION to a mosquito bite. I still use repellent if I go out at night since they still bite, but I don't suffer from each bite anymore.

About 6 months ago I switched from Zyrtec to a much less expensive generic and it works just as well for me.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C9Y7NMS

I'm hoping I can help out a fellow sufferer with this info.

Have you looked at investing in these

First Defense Nasal Screens, 7-Sets Per Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004KQF9QA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_IGSCDb38AZDQ2

Or these

NOSK Nasal Filter - Allergen Advanced Breathable Nose Filter | Reducing Airborne Viruses, Allergens, Relieve Hay Fever, Pollen and Dust - Pack of 2 (Medium) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BDDHV63/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sHSCDbTY45QEK

You can buy loratadine (generic name for Claritin) on Amazon for a similar price: GoodSense Allergy Relief Loratadine Tablets, 10 mg, 365 Count costs $12.49.

Examine describes it as a depressive neurotransmitter, it was recommended to me on here, I'd recommend it if nothing else works, I've found it helps along melatonin and [this](valumeds allergy medicine (600 tablets) antihistamine, diphenhydramine hcl 25 mg | children and adults | relieve itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing (com https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077CSNBRR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_ntMuqBp2KZYJT)

Thanks for the insight. I think people are way too picky (ha) with their nose sprays. Costco also has a 300 day supply of fluticasone propionate for $22.99 on amazon here's the link so that's 7.6 cents per day vs. Nasacort at 28.7 cents per day (more than 4x as expensive)

non-legal advice: I saw these things on shark tank and they might help with the bronchitis? Maybe? I don't know?

If you can't get Claritin covered by your insurance, I highly highly suggest Kirkland's generic. A year's supply costs me roughly $10 and it looks like you can even get it on Amazon now if you don't have a Costco membership

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Yes I have taken Zyrtec daily for the last 15+ years. Started with actual Zyrtec, then switched to generic Allertec from Costo about 6 years ago and then switched to generic GoodSense about a year ago: https://smile.amazon.com/GoodSense-Allergy-Cetirizine-Tablets-Count/dp/B00G9E1GYA/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=zyrtec&qid=1557496795&s=gateway&sr=8-8&th=1

I have not tried wiping cat down with a damp washcloth. Is this something I should do daily?

If anyone needs good allergy meds, I’ve taken these consistently for two years and haven’t had any issues at festivals/in general

I saw this product on the TV show Shark Tank and many of the Amazon reviews swear that it works great for allergies.

I've never used them myself but if I was in your shoes I'd try these out and see if they work.

Major Pharmaceuticals Chlorpheniramine Maleate 4 mg Anti-Allergy Tablets, 1000 Count

Pretty sure that's the link I sent ya. 1000 count is extreme but a 100 count is half the price.

If you do go with loratadine (generic Claritin), do yourself a favor and buy them online or at Costco. So much cheaper than buying Claritin in stores.

http://www.amazon.com/Members-Mark-Loratadine-Tablets-Claritin/dp/B004RBJVMQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1377213185&sr=8-2&keywords=loratadine+10mg

Just look for the active ingredient as loratdine you should be able to find it cheap.

I been using these for the past couple years (same active ingredient as Zyrtec). I think adding Flonase might be what I need.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G9E1GYA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jQJQCbDCC57MT

http://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Allerclear-Loratadine-Antihistamine/dp/B004ASER98/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420552021&sr=8-1&keywords=loratadine

fy fan. mitt nya jobb, loratadinsmugglare.

Please people, stop buying claritin!

You can get an [entire years worth of pills] (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00HE66ZUC) for the price of only a [month of claritin.] (https://smile.amazon.com/Claritin-24-Hour-Allergy-30-Tablets/dp/B0000AYXBB?th=1) Its the same exact drug

Well, one box of 10 costs $13.40 at guardian. That's $1.34 per tablet.

In comparison, a bottle of 365 cetirizine tablets costs USD$16 on amazon. Even after compensating for exchange rate, it's $0.07 per tablet.

Costco. They have it online at amazon as well.

Well, try it. Buy the generic, diphenhydramine. Get Kirkland. I believe that is the COSTCO brand.

http://www.amazon.com/Diphenhydramine-HCI-AntihistamineCompare-Ingredient-Benadryl%C2%AE/dp/B000OTAJTO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382805793&sr=8-1&keywords=diphenhydramine

This is the allergy medication I use. It works just as well as name brand Zyrtec for me at a fraction of the price.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G9E1GYA/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s01?ie=UTF8&th=1

They're also on Amazon for about $15 for a year's supply.

Amazon also has it for a reasonable price. $19.75 for 365 pills. That is where I load up for my wife.

http://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Aller-Tec-Cetirizine-Hydrochloride/dp/B0036DEALS#

You can also pick this up at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/GoodSense-Allergy-Cetirizine-Tablets-Count/dp/B00G9E1GYA/

You can buy the same ones off of Amazon too.

You can get generic loratadine from Amazon for much cheaper:

• GoodSense - $12.34 for 365
  
• Kirkland - $15.25 for 365
  

can also get Costco brand on Amazon for $4 a bottle.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B01H40O42I/ref=dp_olp_new_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=new

I buy these on Amazon. 365 zyrtec for $16.

My ENT said I probably had some allergy, but we never tried to figure out what I was allergic to.

After the surgery, he put me on a nasal spray that I used daily. The prescription expired and I looked at what’s in the spray and it turns out it’s basically a combination of Flonase and Claritin. So I have been ordering those from Amazon and taking those daily.

Maybe if you do the same, it might be good for you. I’m not a doctor, so it’s only a suggestion. The two are over the counter, and either I’m used to them or they have no noticeable side effects.

The claritin https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074F18H5N/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The Flonase https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H40O42I/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It’s basically $35 US for 6 months supply.

Regards,

Try First Defense Nasal Screens

https://smile.amazon.com/GoodSense-Allergy-Cetirizine-Tablets-Count/dp/B00G9E1GYA

https://smile.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Allerclear-Loratadine-Antihistamine/dp/B004ASER98

Not OP, but here's the diphenhydramine (Benadryl), and here's the cetirizine (Zyrtec). Costco has a one year supply of generic Zyrtec for less than 10 bucks when it's on sale, and the Benadryl has always been about 5 bucks for a 600 count bottle.

Kirkland brand Allerclear is non-drowsy and you can get it on Amazon.

400 tabs of Loratadine (Claritin) for $20 on Amazon!

Or just get 1000 50mg pills (only take one instead of two) for $18.59

http://www.amazon.com/Diphenhydramine-Allergy-Medicine-Antihistamine-1000/dp/B000GG1TSU/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1370383759&sr=8-8&keywords=diphenhydramine

Benadryl is your friend

is this what you are looking for? https://www.amazon.com/First-Defense-Nasal-Screens-7-Sets/dp/B004KQF9QA

Get the generic brands. There's 365 pills in this bottle for 13$, and it's the exact same drug as Claritin. There's also Zyrtec for 15$ for 365 pills.

https://smile.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Allerclear-Loratadine-Antihistamine/dp/B004ASER98/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492219025&sr=8-2&keywords=kirkland+allergy+medicine

bruh just buy a 600ct bottle of benadryl it's the same thing

GoodSense All Day Allergy which appears to be 10 mg antihistamine

http://www.amazon.com/Diphenhydramine-HCI-AntihistamineCompare-Ingredient-Benadryl%C2%AE/dp/B000OTAJTO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452166596&sr=8-1&keywords=kirkland+diphenhydramine

I'm just gonna put this out there for ya:

Its a year supply for $20

I have been using this variety of generic Zyrtec.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G9E1GYA/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_tqo9ub18DZ7FS
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G9E1GYA/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_tqo9ub18DZ7FS

You can also get 600 pills for $10 on Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036DEALS/ref=ox_ya_os_product_refresh_T1

cheaper than prescription!

Loratadine!


Cetrizine!

Allergies and dust can really mess up the sinuses. Would a Nettie Pot help? Not a doctor so check with yours. Also this type of Nasal Filter may be something to consider.

Just an fyi in case you didn't know. The costco brand of claratin, zyrtec, and other allergy medicine is dirt cheap, and you can buy them online.

http://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Allerclear-Loratadine-Antihistamine/dp/B004ASER98/

http://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Aller-Tec-Cetirizine-Hydrochloride/dp/B0036DEALS

How much did you pay?

Have 365 pills for $16.

http://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Aller-Tec-Cetirizine-Hydrochloride/dp/B0036DEALS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405416265&sr=8-1&keywords=aller+tec

Do you not take allergy medicine for your allergies? Seems pretty straight forward =p.

If you haven't gone that route yet, try these beautiful bastards cheap and amazing, and non-drowsy

Source: I'm allergic to life. I've tried a lot of medicines. I've ever tried allergy shots. Not taking something for your problem is dumb, because if you do take something for it you'll kick yourself for having not just taken one stupid tiny pill and fixed your problems.

https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Aller-Tec-Cetirizine-Hydrochloride/dp/B0036DEALS/

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I assume someone with a Costco membership resells it on Amazon for a $1.50 markup then...

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But holy crap that's cheap compared to the generic brand at any other store.

Except Tylenol PM has Tylenol (acetaminophen), and who the fuck needs that? Just get diphenhydramine -- 600 pills for $8.89 on Amazon. That's less than 2 cents per pill. I take 2 to sleep every night, and 1 bottle like this is about a year's supply.

The Vicks assassination team will be visiting you. That Zzzquil racket is their latest big thing.

And yes, more than you will likely ever use for under $10.
http://www.amazon.com/Diphenhydramine-HCI-AntihistamineCompare-Ingredient-Benadryl%C2%AE/dp/B000OTAJTO

I take this knock off Claritin: https://www.amazon.com/Members-Loratadine-Tablets-Compare-Claritin/dp/B004RBJVMQ/ref=sr_1_4_s_it?s=hpc&rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1487108598&sr=1-4&keywords=claritin&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011

and Flonase, I've been about average, no running nose or anything.

I take generic claratin daily when I wake up and a couple hours before bed. Then I use generic flonase as needed when allergies flare up. Neti pot and saline rinse do help sometimes as well, especially in the morning.

The generic flonase was a lifesaver for me, I was constantly irritated no matter what allergy pill I tried (I tried nearly all of them). They all help a bit, but the flonase helps actually stop my acute symptoms of uncontrollable sneezing, and itchy eyes and nose. It also works relatively quickly.

I really need some allergy relief.

I took a sip of something poison, but I'll hold on tight!

Open offices are terrible, so, just get it over with. Sensible people will hate the open office far more than they hate you for having allergies.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004ASER98

^ This might be worth a try. Far cheaper than Claritin or similar drugs. Just beware that it does make some people's heart "race" a bit (it does nothing to me, but my GF can't really take it).

im allergic to cats and i have a cat. Just take zyrtec every day and you'll be fine. Take two on bad days, one in the morning one at night. Zyrtec is really cheap on amazon. Year supply for $17

First Defense Nasal Screens, 7-Sets Per Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004KQF9QA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_UzTEDb5VV5HZC

Try these. I don’t have it nearly as bad as you but these have helped for during the day. It helps keep crap out and inhaling doesn’t hurt as bad.

These are another option.

WoodyKnows Nasal Mask, Allergy Relief, Reduce Pollen, Dust (Round Nostrils, Multi-Size Pack (4 Frames)) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SHELUP0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_QCTEDbCFMQ0F4

The advantage for me was having a runny nose I could pull these out quickly, wipe, and reinsert.

I'm allergic to everything. I have a stockpile of Allegra and Claritin, and I should be getting this (price keeps fluxuating- I actually got it much cheaper) in the next day or so. The pollon and dander from trees, grass, ragweed, flowers, etc. is going to be a killer, especially combined with my asthma.