Guest guest Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 You could try capsules of stinging nettle. (They usually omit the “stinging” part of the name these days, because a lot of people don’t recognize that as the name of the plant.) I know that nettle tea was said here to cause irritation for some. But I’ve used nettle capsules for a long time as a natural antihistamine and they work extremely well for me, with no bad side-effects. I can’t tolerate any regular antihistamines by mouth that I’ve ever tried. They cause gastrointestinal pain, gas, burning. And nasal sprays have their own problems. (Nasonex works pretty well; it’s by prescription, but it does have side-effects. I’d definitely try the nettle, if I were you.) Like with many herbs, it may take a while –up to a week or even two, depending on your body – for it to feel like the nettle is working. But once it does, it seems like you can take it only periodically, when you need it, and you’ll benefit from it. It comes as just the leaf or as stems/leaf/flower. I haven’t read anything about which is better. Just kind one without additions like rice flour or other starches and you’ll be ok. It’s inexpensive. Swanson Vitamins, which I use often, has their own brand (leaf only) for $2.99 for 100 caps (has things like silica, magnesium stearate. They carry Nature’s Way (stems/leaf/flowers) for $3.49 for 100 caps. Only gelatin added. n From: BTVC-SCD [mailto:BTVC-SCD ] On Behalf Of ferna@... Sent: Friday, February 20, 2009 9:34 AM To: BTVC-SCD Subject: Legal Antihistaminics Hi All, Was wondering if anyone knows of or remembers names of legal, non-drowsy, over-the-counter antihistaminics for SCDers and if anyone does, please share. Thanks! Well wishes to all! ferna, UC/CD, SCD 95, 06, No Meds A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.0/1959 - Release Date: 2/18/2009 8:55 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.0/1959 - Release Date: 2/18/2009 8:55 PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is a natural antihistamine. I do not know of a SCD legal one, but I'm sure one could be found with some research. Margie11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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