Allergy sufferers have a new way to find relief: oral immunotherapy pills for ragweed or grass allergies.
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They’re convenient
Just place a pill under your tongue to dissolve. You’re given the first dose in your allergist’s office but can take the rest at home. (Allergy shots must be administered at your doctor’s office.)
Because the tablets aren’t as strong, they may pose a lower risk of serious reactions like anaphylaxis.CONS
They’re super specific
The pills are for people who have one dominant seasonal allergy to ragweed or certain grasses. Shots can target multiple triggers at once.
You need to begin the tablets 12 weeks before the start of allergy season. You can start shots four to six weeks before, getting two or three extra doses to build up immunity in less than 12 weeks.
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