Allergy

Early exposure to bacteria boosts youngsters' immune system

While playing in the mud and getting dirty may sound mucky to parents, it happens to aid in boosting youngsters' immune systems, researchers say.

According to the findings of a new study, children who are exposed to a greater variety of bacteria during their childhood years have better developed immune systems than their cleaner counterparts, m

Dr Reddy's Laboratories releases two over-the-counter drugs

A statement was released by Dr Reddy's Laboratories today which confirmed the release of Fexofenadine HCl and Pseudoephedrine HCl in the strengths of 180 and 240 mg in the US markets. These over the counter drugs are used to seasonal allergies such as itchy nose and sneezing.

These drugs can actually be bought from the market without any kind of prescription and are used for the treatment of symptoms of common illnesses that may not require the direct supervision of a phys

Faulty gene ups risk of peanut allergy in kids--study

An international research team led by the University of Dundee, Scotland, has identified a defective gene that increases the risk of peanut allergy in children.

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According to reports, scientists from Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland and the Netherlands, have discovered the gene filaggrin to be linked with allergic reaction.

Filaggrin, which provides the skin a good barrier against irritants and allergens, is already known to be an important factor causing eczema and asthma. The study has found changes in the gene lead to decrease in the effectiveness of the barrier allowing allergy-causing substances to enter the body.

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