Allergy remedy for external use

Allergy medication for external use

Areas of use and application areas

Allergy medications for external use provide local relief from allergy-related symptoms in the eyes, nose and skin. Typical applications include the short-term treatment of itchy or irritated eyes, local swelling and moistening of the nasal mucosa, and symptom-oriented care of irritated areas of skin. The products support safe and hygienic processes in symptom-oriented care.

Types of products in this category

The category includes a spectrum of locally applied preparations that differ in galenics and application:

• anti-allergic eye drops (eye solutions, preservative-free formulations)
• local nasal sprays and nasal drops (antihistamine, mast cell stabilizing, decongestant)
• topical gels and creams for skin use (antipruritic, skin care)
• moisturizing and irritation-relieving preparations for sensitive skin areas

Application in everyday practice and advantages

In everyday medical practice, locally applied allergy medications enable targeted interventions with lower systemic burden. They are suitable for short-term, symptom-oriented applications, facilitate patient-oriented care and contribute to standardized, hygienic treatment processes. Products in drop or spray form allow precise dosage and easy handling.

Relevant properties and quality characteristics

Important properties are preservative-free or mildly preserved formulations, sterile filling concept, well-tolerated accompanying ingredients and clear application instructions. Instructions on storage, proper single use or repeated use are crucial for safe use.

Brands and manufacturers

Available solutions from manufacturers such as Fenistyl and Allergodil complement the range and offer different galenics for eye, nose and skin applications. The selection takes into account tolerability, dosage form and practical handling.