Allergic States
Allergic states describe an immune system overreaction to a normally harmless substance, such as food, pollen, dust or insect bites. The response can range from mild irritation to a severe, whole-body reaction.
Prednisolone Tablets
5mg · 10mg · 20mg · 40mg
Prednisolone tablets for inflammatory conditions and allergies. It dampens the immune response, so it should be tapered off rather than stopped abruptly.
Key points
- Cow’s milk allergy is very common, affecting about 1 in 50 infants.
- Allergic reaction symptoms can appear within minutes or after a few hours and may include a runny nose, red or watering eyes, coughing, wheezing, hives, swollen eyes, lips, mouth or throat, and gastrointestinal upset.
- Management depends on the type of reaction and may include avoiding the allergen, antihistamines, steroid nasal sprays, adrenaline auto-injectors for severe reactions, and desensitisation (immunotherapy).
Medicines listed for Allergic States
The four products on this page contain Promethazine, Prednisone, prednisolone and methylprednisolone, all supplied as tablets. Promethazine is an antihistamine that can ease symptoms such as itching, hives and a runny nose during an allergic reaction. Prednisone, prednisolone and methylprednisolone belong to the corticosteroid group, which works by dampening the immune system’s overreaction to allergens. The listed strengths span 4 mg to 40 mg across the three steroid options, and 25 mg for the antihistamine.
Further reading
What are the symptoms of allergic states?
Symptoms can appear within minutes or after a few hours and may include a runny nose, red or watering eyes, coughing, wheezing, hives, swollen eyes, lips, mouth or throat, and gastrointestinal upset.
How are allergic states treated?
Management depends on the type of reaction and may include avoiding the allergen, antihistamines, steroid nasal sprays, adrenaline auto-injectors for severe reactions, and desensitisation (immunotherapy).
What medicines are available for allergic states?
The medicines listed for allergic states include products containing promethazine, prednisone and prednisolone. Examples include Phenergan and Deltasone.
Are medicines for allergic states available over the counter in South Africa?
Yes, online. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order medicines for allergic states. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy medicines for allergic states online?
On Direct Meds: choose the product, strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
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