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Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Allergic Rhinitis
David M Lang1, David A Khan2, Dana V Wallace3
1Department of Allergy & Clinical Immunology, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA.
Abstract:
Complementary and alternative medications are frequently used by patients with allergic rhinitis based on perceived lack of adequate response to standard therapies that are recommended based on best evidence in clinical guidelines, and/or concerns regarding potential adverse effects of these conventional medications. Complementary and alternative medications have a variety of pharmacologic actions, untoward effects, and potential drug-drug interactions. This article critically appraises the evidence for efficacy and safety of a number of commonly used complementary and alternative medications for patients with allergic rhinitis.
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