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antihistamines

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  1. Drugs that counteract the effects of a substance in the body called histamine. The body releases histamine, which causes many of the symptoms associated with allergies (sneezing, watery eyes, runny nose), in response to external agents such as pollen.


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Before the infusion, they were treated with corticosteroids and antihistamines.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 27, 2026

But despite being given paracetamol, antihistamines and a drip, Baxter died six hours later.

From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026

At this point, my antihistamines have started to wear off.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 6, 2026

The first-aid kit in your “go-bag” should have standard supplies, but double-check that you’ve got bandages and gauze, medical tape, antibiotic cream, antacids, anti-diarrhea medications, antihistamines and over-the-counter pain relievers.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 8, 2025

I was lathered up in calamine lotion and had swallowed a bucketful of antihistamines with my morning orange juice.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda

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