A 22-year-old man is complaining of seasonal allergies during his annual physical. His physician suggests that he takes which type of medication?

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Antihistamines are commonly used to relieve symptoms of allergies such as itching, sneezing, and runny nose. Bronchoconstrictors narrow the airways and are not helpful for allergies. Bronchodilators are used for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and would not be the first choice for seasonal allergies. Mucolytics are used to break down mucus and are not effective for allergy symptoms.

A 22-Year-Old Man Is Complaining of Seasonal Allergies During His