Antihistamines As the name indicates, an antihistamine counters the effects of histamine, which is released by the mast cells in the body''s tissues and contributes to allergy symptoms. For many years, antihistamines have proven useful in relieving sneezing and itching in the nose, throat, and eyes and in reducing nasal swelling and drainage. Many people who take antihistamines experience some distressing side effects: drowsiness and loss of alertness and coordination. In children, such reactions can be misinterpreted as behavior problems. During the last few years, however, antihistamines that cause fewer of these side effects have become available by prescription. These new nonsedating antihistamines are as effective as other antihistamines in preventing histamine-induced symptoms, but do so without causing sleepiness.

In 1990 study in San Diego, CA the 5 active subjects with allergic rhinitis had a lowered total serum IgE from Day 0 to Day 90 while 4 placebo subjects, (2 with allergic rhinitis, 1 with asthma and 1 with both), had flat or increased IgE levels.4 In a randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled study of symptoms and serum IgE levels in San Diego, CA in mid-1991, subjects had allergic rhinitis and/or asthma. Serum was drawn at Day 0 and Day 30. Seven of the 10 active treated subjects had a reduction in total serum IgE levels. In 10 placebo treated subjects, 5 had levels of total serum IgE that stayed the same (plus or minus 5%), 3 decreased and 2 increased.5 Statistical analysis of the open-label study as well as the double-blind randomized placebo controlled study have shown a significant effect of vitamin B12 in lowering serum IgE concentrations.

Patients who were given this medication recorded a greater reduction in antihistamine use after the treatment than those given a placebo. this medication is free from drowsy side effects. What this medication Patients Say What Patients Said After More Than One Year In 11 years of service to my company, this is the first year I worked without a day of sick time. Jaime C. Allergies seem to be excellent this year. Thanks for the study. Robin S In 1995, I got by very well. Ben H. I experienced fewer problems...since I participated in the study. Evea J. I always woke up congested and would sneeze like crazy when I mowed the lawn. Since I was treated, my allergy symptoms have gone away completely. E. A. What Patients Said After More Than Six Months Allergies are much better than before. Michael G. I am the best! George G. Feel a lot better than last year. Mark B. I am doing a great deal better Louis P.