January 16, 2008

Allergy Medications Explained


A new webpage has been posted going over the different types of allergy medications in the market today. Given that there is plenty of information on the internet on the science behind how these medications work, the webpage does not go into the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, but rather uses terms hopefully a layperson can understand.

Furthermore, small useful tidbits of info are given including differences between allegra and allegra-D not only in terms of medical benefit but also cost as well as why it's OK to take several different types of allergy medications at the same time.

Click here to check it out!
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Fauquier ENT

Dr. Christopher Chang is a private practice otolaryngology, head & neck surgeon specializing in the treatment of problems related to the ear, nose, and throat. Located in Warrenton, VA about 45 minutes west of Washington DC, he also provides inhalant allergy testing/treatment, hearing tests, and dispenses hearing aids.

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