Respiratory Allergies & Common Cold Combinations
An allergy is a reaction or the body’s immune response to a stimulus.
The immune system generates antibodies against the foreign particle.
The allergy in the respiratory tract can be caused by several triggers.
- Pollen grains
- Dust mites
The common types of respiratory allergies-
Allergic rhinitis – It affects the eyes and nose.
Allergic asthma- The allergy that induces asthma flare.
Allergic conjunctivitis – It is paired with rhinitis.
It causes red, watery eyes.
Hypersentivity pneumonia – Deeper lung inflammation due to mold/fungus infections.
Common cold versus Allergy-
Common colds are viral infections.
A cold lasts for 7 -10 days.
A low-grade fever happens with a cold.
Allergies are an immune reaction.
Allergies remain until the allergen is removed.
The symptoms of allergy include itchy, watery eyes.
Symptoms of respiratory allergy –
- Sneezing
- Runny, stuffy nose
- Itchy, watery eyes
- Persistent cough
- Wheezing and tightness in the chest
The medicines used in respiratory allergies-
Antihistamines – These are the drugs that treat allergy symptoms.
These are also used to treat digestive issues.
They work by blocking histamine.
Histamine is released during an allergy.
Nasal Corticosteroids – These reduce swelling and nasal congestion.
Bronchodilators – These dilate the bronchial muscles.
They relax the tightened airway passage.
These are used in asthmatic flare-ups.
Leukotriene Modifiers-
They block the leukotriene secretions.
Leukotriene are secreted during an allergy.
These trigger inflammation in the lungs.
These narrow down the airways and trigger mucus secretion.
Pain/fever medicines – These drugs relief the body ache and fever.
Decongestants – These are used to relieve the stuffy nose or release sinus pressure.
They shrink the blood vessels. They clear the nasal passage.
What are the triggers of respiratory allergy?
- Outdoor pollen grains
- Mold spores
- Dust mites
- Air pollution
- Smoke
- weather changes
- Strong smell
Difference between respiratory allergies and asthma –
Respiratory allergies –
These are caused in the upper respiratory tract.
It causes wheezing, cough, and runny nose.
Asthma –
It is a disease of the lower lungs.
It is a chronic airway disorder.
It leads to difficulty in breathing.
What is allergic asthma?
It is the precipitation of asthma.
Airway inflammation and breathing troubles are triggered by an allergic reaction.
It causes inflammation in the lungs.
Symptoms include –
- Shortness of breath
- Chest tightness
- Sneezing /runny nose
- Itchy eyes
Which is the leading contract pharmaceutical manufacturer for anti-allergic /cold combinations?
Aprazer Healthcare is a top-tier drug manufacturer.
We manufacture a comprehensive range of pharmaceutical formulations.
We are global drug exporters.
We supply global standard products worldwide.
We are certified WHO-GMP pharmaceutical manufacturers.
We hold an EU-GMP license for manufacturing drugs for export in European markets.
We are recognized exporters in Asia, Africa, and America.
