TL;DR: Start a daily non-drowsy antihistamine before the pollen peaks, add a steroid nasal spray for blocked noses, and see a pharmacist if symptoms don’t improve.
What causes hay fever?
Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen, usually from March to September in the UK.
Treatment options
- Antihistamine tablets (cetirizine, loratadine)
- Steroid nasal sprays (beclometasone)
- Antihistamine eye drops
When to speak to a pharmacist or GP
If over-the-counter treatments are not working, or you have asthma symptoms, speak to a pharmacist or GP.
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Cetirizine and loratadine are generally non-drowsy for most people.