Antihistamines
Antihistamines are one of the treatments used in dermatology. They work to calm the itching in the body by controlling and binding to the histamine receptors that are produced by certain cells of the body naturally. It is necessary to do some body activities. It is worth noting that the histamine receptors in the body are of two types; The first of these is found on the physical cells, smooth muscles, cells lining the blood vessels and special cells in the brain. The second type of histamine receptors is found in the gastrointestinal tract and especially in the stomach.
Antihistamines
- Antihistamines associated with H1: Used to treat the symptoms of allergic rhinitis, itching, nasal and sneezing, are used informally to get rid of insomnia, sometimes used in the treatment of motion sickness, and dizziness caused by disturbances in the inner ear.
- Antihistamines associated with H2: Used in the treatment of acidity problems in the stomach, such as: peptic ulcers, esophageal reflux.
Uses of antihistamines in particular
- Itching and skin allergies in adults and young people.
- Eczema, which is one of the skin diseases that takes the form of redness and contains scaly, it appears in the face, skin, and hands.
- The majority of skin infections.
- Psoriasis, a chronic skin disease that takes the form of silver-colored crusts.
- Itching and skin allergies caused by kidney and liver disease.
- Lichen, a chronic skin disease that appears as dark spots on the face and limbs.
- Ectopic eczema, which affects young people often.
- Swelling of the face in the morning due to allergies.
Degrees of antihistamines
- The first generation, it is included in tranquilizers and sedatives.
- The second generation, also included in tranquilizers and analgesics, has less effect than its predecessor, and is the most common among physicians.
- Third generation: It prevents itching but it is not used as calming;
Tips for using antihistamines
You should check with your doctor to consider the following when used:
- Adequate diagnosis of the patient’s skin problem.
- The type of antihistamine that should be taken, and the amount that the patient will use.
- Period of treatment, which extends for several days or more.
- Age of the patient; there are some caveats for children.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding for women.
Side effects of antihistamines
There are several side effects to taking antihistamines, but the feeling does not necessarily occur with all people; it varies depending on the condition of the person and the type of skin disease, and the amount given to him and the duration of treatment:
- Affects the concentration, because it is classified into sedatives.
- Feeling dizzy and dizziness sometimes; so used before bed.
- Dryness in the throat and mouth.
- Feeling of vomiting.
- Light Sensitivity.