Take Control of Seasonal Allergies

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Allergies are nothing to sneeze at, especially for Alphas and others with lung-related ailments such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). During the peak pollen counts of spring, summer and fall, people with Alpha-1 and COPD need to take special care to limit exposure to allergens that can aggravate breathing difficulties.

If you suspect that you have allergies, consult a physician for testing and treatment advice. In the meantime, the following survival tips¹ also may help.

• Be ready for allergy season. Plants and trees pollinate in reasonably predictable order every year. Antihistamines taken before exposure to allergy-causing substances can help prevent an outbreak of symptoms.
• Air-condition your car and home and keep your windows closed to keep the pollen out. Clean your air-conditioning units often to prevent the growth of mold. Change your filters regularly.
• Install a high-efficiency media filter with a MERV rating of 12 on your furnace and air-conditioning unit. Leave the fan on to create a "whole house" air filter that removes over 90% of particles that cause allergies. Be sure to change the filter every three months (with the change of the seasons) to keep your air cleaner year-round.
• Avoid windy weather. It can aggravate allergies.
• Wear glasses or sunglasses when outdoors to keep pollen from irritating the eyes.
• Wash your hands often and rinse your eyes with cool water after coming indoors to remove clinging pollen. Wash your hair at night to keep pollens out of bedding.
• Take a vacation at the beach during peak allergy seasons. Ocean breezes can help clear away pollen and relieve allergy symptoms.

ARALAST [Alpha₁-Proteinase Inhibitor (Human)] is indicated for chronic augmentation therapy in patients having congenital deficiency of A₁-PI with clinically evident emphysema. ARALAST is not indicated as therapy for lung disease patients in whom congenital A₁-PI deficiency has not been established.

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