Allergic Rhinitis and Intranasal Corticosteroid Sprays

摘要

Management of AR usually begins in the pharmacy, with patients asking pharmacists for recommendations. It is important for pharmacists to have an understanding of AR and the various options available to prevent and treat this condition.AR is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the upper . airways. This inflammation of the nasal mucosal lining is a result of inhaled aeroallergens, which the patient has been previously sensitized to, binding to immunoglobulin E (IgE) on the surface of mast cells, leading to mast cell degranulation and release of preformed mediators, such as histamine and leukotrienes.