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Alternative News:

• Effects of N-acetylcysteine on oxidative stress and inflammation reactions in a rat model of allergic rhinitis after PM 2.5 exposure - Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2020 Sep 18 - "As a ROS quenching agent, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) can attenuate the accumulation of inflammatory cells and hyper-responsiveness in animal asthma models. To explore the effect of NAC on the oxidative stress and inflammatory reactions in AR rats exposed to PM2.5, we analyzed the components of PM2.5 and examined the nasal symptoms, redox level in nasal mucosa, Th1/Th2-related serum cytokines, nasal mucosal histopathology and ultrastructure in AR rat models with NAC intervention after PM2.5 exposure. The results showed that the high concentrations of metal cations and PAHs in PM2.5 could aggravate Th2-dominant allergic inflammation in AR model and cause redox imbalance, accompanied by nasal epithelial cell stripping and eosinophil infiltration, while NAC intervention could alleviate the clinical symptoms of AR model after PM2.5 exposure, correct the redox imbalance, reduce the Th2 cytokines, reduce eosinophil infiltration, and promote the moderate regeneration of epithelial cells. The mechanism of NAC reversing PM2.5-mediated action may be related to its anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, which may provide some new insights for the prevention of AR exacerbated by exposure to PM2.5." - See n-acetyl cysteine at Amazon.com and iHerb.
• Probiotics (Lactobacillus gasseri KS-13, Bifidobacterium bifidum G9-1, and Bifidobacterium longum MM-2) improve rhinoconjunctivitis-specific quality of life in individuals with seasonal allergies: a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial - Am J Clin Nutr. 2017 Feb 22 - "The probiotic group reported an improvement in the MRQLQ global score from baseline to pollen peak (-0.68 ± 0.13) when compared with the placebo group (-0.19" - See probiotic products at Amazon.com.
• Biothera's beta-glucan ingredient may reduce cold/flu incidence - Nutra USA, 10/8/10 - "Only 10 percent of women receiving supplements of Biothera’s Wellmune WGP branded ingredient reported upper respiratory tract infection symptoms, such as sore throat, stuffy or runny nose, and cough, compared with 29 percent of women in the control group" - See beta-glucan products at iHerb.
• Broccoli May Help Protect Against Respiratory Conditions Like Asthma - Science Daily, 3/2/09 - "a naturally occurring compound found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables may help protect against respiratory inflammation that causes conditions like asthma, allergic rhinitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ... sulforaphane, a chemical in broccoli, triggers an increase of antioxidant enzymes in the human airway that offers protection against the onslaught of free radicals that we breathe in every day in polluted air, pollen, diesel exhaust and tobacco smoke" - See sulforaphane at Amazon.com.
• Butterbur Herbal Extract May Be Effective for Allergic Rhinitis - Medscape, 12/21/04
• Butterbur Extract Appears as Effective as Fexofenadine In Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 6/14/04

Other News:

• Efficacy and Safety of Ciclesonide Nasal Spray in Children With PAR - Doctor's Guide, 10/9/07
• Azelastine Nasal Spray Outperforms Oral Cetirizine in Patients With Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 3/8/06
• No Difference Between Over-the-Counter Decongestant and Prescription Drug in Relieving Symptoms of Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 3/2/06
• Omalizumab Plus RIT Gives Extra Boost in Preventing Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 3/24/05
• FDA Approves Clarinex-D 24 Hour Prescription-Strength Once-Daily Nondrowsy Antihistamine with a Decongestant - Doctor's Guide, 3/4/05
• Scent-Free Formulation of Nasonex (Mometasone Furoate Monohydrate) Launched in US - Doctor's Guide, 1/12/05
• "Comfortable Day" Improve Significantly For Patients With Allergic Rhinitis Using Levocetirizine - Doctor's Guide, 9/8/04
• Phototherapy Eases Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms - Doctor's Guide, 6/16/04
• Fluticasone Outperforms Levocabastine In Drug-Induced Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 6/15/04
• Long-Term Levocetirizine Improves Persistent Allergic Rhinitis, Study Shows - Doctor's Guide, 6/14/04
• Desloratadine Reduces Nasal Congestion, Other Symptoms in Persistent Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 6/14/04
• Ebastine Effective in Both Moderate, Severe Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 6/14/04
• FDA Approves Nasacort HFA (Triamcinolone Acetonide) Nasal Aerosol for Perennial and Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 4/15/04
• Study Confirms Fexofenadine Safe and Effective for Children with Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 3/26/04
• Fexofenadine/Pseudoephedrine Combination Has Rapid Onset in Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 3/24/04
• Fexofenadine (Allegra) Safe and Efficacious in Children With Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 3/24/04
• Omalizumab Plus Conventional Therapies Improve Quality of Life in Patients With Coexistent Allergic Asthma and Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 3/24/04
• Single Dose of Desloratadine Relieves Rhinitis Without Adversely Affecting Cognition or Perceived Performance vs Diphenhydramine - Doctor's Guide, 3/24/04
• Once-Daily Intranasal Rofleponide 200 mcg Spray Rated More Effective Than Mometasone in Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 3/24/04
• Omalizumab Improves Quality of Life for Asthma and Rhinitis Patients - Medscape, 3/24/04
• Fluticasone Propionate Appears Effective In Treatment Of Occular Symptoms Associated With Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 12/2/03
• Ibuprofen Added to Decongestant + Antihistamine Helps Relieve Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 11/27/03
• Favorable Rhinitis Responses to Azelastine Nasal Spray - Doctor's Guide, 11/19/03
• Patients With Poor Response to Loratadine Do Better With Azelastine - Doctor's Guide, 10/7/03
• Rhinitis in Men a Risk Factor for High Blood Pressure - Doctor's Guide, 10/2/03
• Fexofenadine Effective for Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis - Medscape, 9/10/03
• Treatment Guidelines For Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis Lead To Significant Improvement In Symptoms, Quality Of Life - Doctor's Guide, 8/6/03
• Desloratadine Lessens Bronchial Response to Nasal Provocation - Doctor's Guide, 6/13/03
• Real-World Use of Fexofenadine Parallels Clinical Trials - Doctor's Guide, 6/13/03
• No Safety Concerns when Fexofenadine Used in Children with Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 6/11/03
• Mometasone Furoate Useful For Children With Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 6/11/03
• Xyzal (Levocetirizine) Reduces Symptoms of Persistent Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 6/10/03
• Xyzal (Levocetirizine) Shows Significant Improvements In Quality Of Life For Patients With Persistent Allergic Rhinitis - Doctor's Guide, 6/9/03