Alternative to antihistamines (Lloyds Pharmacy Hayfever/Allergy Reliever)

Member Name: AbsintheFairy

Product:	Lloyds Pharmacy Hayfever/Allergy Reliever
Date:	11/07/09 (109 review reads)
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Advantages: Value for money, easy to use, effective

Disadvantages: 'Rudolph' effect! Battery not included

I bought the Allergy Reliever and the Air Purifier for the combined price of 21.98 at Lloyds Pharmacy - it seems to be on permanent special offer.

I must say I was extremely sceptical about the idea that sticking a lighted probe up your nose a few times a day could help with hayfever. However, my antihistamines weren't working too well, and they were drying my eyes out (which is a problem as I wear contact lenses) so I was prepared to give it a try.

I noticed a difference straight away! The first time I used it in the evening, I had a better night's sleep than I'd had in ages, and woke up without a stuffy nose. I used it about four times a day for the first week or so. My symptoms didn't disappear completely, but they were much improved from when I had been using antihistamines. It's possible that if I used the Reliever and tablets together my hayfever would be gone completely - but as I have noticed an improvement in my dry eyes, I'd rather give up the antihistamines altogether.

After a couple of weeks I forgot to use it a couple of times, and only used it twice a day - I barely noticed, which suggests that the longer you use it for the more effective it is.

Don't forget the amusement value - when you are using it I recommend you stay out of the way of colleagues and the general public! I stayed at a friend's house and used it - she saw me and fell about laughing!

My brother has one too and swears by it.

Altogether, I thoroughly recommend it - when you think of how expensive antihistamines are, it's a bargain.

Summary: Definitely recommend