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Boy Band Icon and Allergy Sufferer Lance Bass Raises Awareness of First-of-its-Kind Navigation Tool Helping People Breathe Cleaner Air NEW YORK, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegra, a leading brand in allergy relief, announced today the nationwide launch of Allegra Airways, a groundbreaking navigation tool designed to help outdoor enthusiasts find real-time walking, biking, and running routes with cleaner air based on hyperlocal pollen and air pollution levels on a street-by-street basis. Recent studies show that air pollution alters the pollen structure, releasing more allergens and making pollen more "aggressive." 1,2 These allergens can likely penetrate deeper into your airways, provoking more severe allergy symptoms1,2. What's more concerning is that seasonal allergy symptoms are on the rise, with an estimated 50% of the global population expected to have an allergic disease by 2050.3 "As a brand dedicated to empowering allergy sufferers to live their greatness, Allegra is thrilled to introduce Allegra Airways, a tool that goes beyond traditional solutions, and brings true innovation to the category and deepens our engagement with our consumer," said Jordana Barish, US Allegra Brand Head. "By harnessing hyperlocal data on pollen and air pollution levels, Allegra Airways guides people along cleaner routes, making an invisible problem visible and enabling people to pursue their passions outdoors with confidence." Developed in collaboration with Ambee, a renowned climate and environmental data intelligence company, Allegra Airways enables users to input their start and end destinations at and calculate the cleanest routes based on real-time pollen concentrations and air pollution data from Ambee. "We are thrilled to partner with Allegra on this cutting-edge technology that provides a real time solution for allergy sufferers across the U.S.," explained Jaideep Singh Bachher, co-founder of Ambee. To mark the national launch, Allegra is partnering with boy band legend, Lance Bass, an allergy sufferer, LA outdoor enthusiast, and parent, to raise awareness of the increase in worsening allergy symptoms and how Allegra Airways helps him. "I use Allegra Airways to navigate the cleanest routes as I go about my day in LA including my daily walks with my twins," Lance shared. "I have a lot of exciting projects coming up this year and need to stay on my game and not let my allergy symptoms get in the way." Experience Allegra Airways at SXSW Allegra Airways will debut at SXSW, a global event that sits at the intersection of innovation and culture. On March 9th and 10th, purple Allegra-branded pedicabs fitted with Allegra Airways technology will transport visitors around downtown Austin to find the cleanest route based on real-time data from Ambee where pollen concentrations and air pollution are at its lowest. Join the Allegra Airways community to learn more about how air pollution impacts pollen and how Allegra Airways can help you breathe easy. Visit to find your path to clean air. About Allegra Allegra® Allergy is an oral antihistamine available over the counter at full prescription strength to relieve indoor and outdoor allergy symptoms, including sneezing, runny nose, itchy, watery eyes, and itchy nose or throat. It provides fast, non-drowsy relief that starts in just one hour and stays strong for 24 hours. Allegra can be used by adults and children 2 years of age and older. For more information, visit . Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, US, the makers of Allegra, was recently B Corp certified. This distinction highlights the company's commitment for an inclusive and regenerative economy through its social and environmental impact. Sanofi US CHC believes that healthier people and a healthy planet go hand in hand. About Ambee Ambee is a climate and environmental intelligence technology company that provides real-time and accurate data to empower businesses, individuals and communities to make informed decisions for better outcomes. Media Contact Tia Harris [email protected] (312) 515 – 0518 Annesi-Maesano I;Maesano CN;Biagioni B;D'Amato G;Cecchi L; "Call to Action: Air Pollution, Asthma, and Allergy in the Exposome Era." The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, U.S. National Library of Medicine, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34238507/. D'Amato, G.; Annesi-Maesano, I.; Biagioni, B.; Lancia, A.; Cecchi, L.; D'Ovidio, M.C.; D'Amato, M. New Developments in Climate Change, Air Pollution, Pollen Allergy, and Interaction with SARS-CoV-2. Atmosphere 2023, 14, 848. Cecchi L, D'Amato G, Annesi-Maesano I. External exposome and allergic respiratory and skin diseases. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2018;141:846-57. SOURCE Allegra

THURSDAY, May 11, 2023 -- If you suffer from allergies, you know how bothersome and uncomfortable the sneezing and itchy eyes can be. These symptoms are more than irritating — they impact day-to-day activities like work, school, sports, sleeping and even eating. Not only that, but allergies can also cause more serious health problems such as asthma and even anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction. Allergies are a common health condition affecting almost one-third of adults in the United States and just over one-quarter of children under 17, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . But there is relief at hand: Here’s what you need to know about the most common allergy medicines, the type of allergies they treat, how they work and common side effects. Antihistamines This type of allergy medicine is very effective in relieving allergy symptoms. Mayo Clinic explains this drug type works by blocking histamine, “a symptom-causing chemical released by your immune system during an allergic reaction.” Antihistamines are available as an over-the-counter medication or as a prescription allergy medicine, and they are sold in oral form, as a nasal spray or as eyedrops. This allergy medicine treats symptoms of indoor and seasonal allergies. Common side effects of antihistamines include drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, blurred or double vision, mucous thickening and low blood pressure. Common antihistamines include: Oral Loratadine (Alavert, Claritin) Cetirizine (Zyrtec) Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) Doxylamine (Vicks NyQuil, Tylenol Cold and Cough Nighttime) Fexofenadine (Allegra) Nasal spray Olopatadine (Patanase) Eyedrops Ketotifen (Zaditor) Leukotriene modifiers Leukotriene modifiers prevent or lessen the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and allergic asthma. The Cleveland Clinic explains that leukotrienes are chemicals released in the body when you come in contact with an allergen. This causes symptoms like a runny nose and coughing. Leukotriene inhibitors block the effects leukotrienes have on the body or “stop your body from producing them.” This allergy medicine treats symptoms of indoor and seasonal allergies. Leukotriene inhibitors can cause side effects such as cold or flu symptoms, headache, diarrhea, fatigue and itchy skin or rash. More serious side effects like depression, thoughts of suicide, hives, trouble breathing, vomiting and yellowing of the skin or eyes can occur. You should seek medical treatment in these cases. Common leukotriene inhibitors include: Montelukast (Singulair) Zafirlukast (Accolate) Zileuton (Zyflo) Corticosteroids Corticosteroids treat mild to severe allergy symptoms by reducing inflammation caused by your body’s reaction to an allergen. Corticosteroids are available in several forms including pills and liquids, nasal sprays, inhalers, creams and eyedrops. They treat allergic inflammation caused by indoor and seasonal allergens as well as insect stings. Severe allergic reactions are treated with oral corticosteroids, according to the Mayo Clinic. Side effects vary depending on the medication form, but can include increased blood glucose levels, high blood pressure, nosebleeds, mouth and throat irritation, and skin irritation. Common corticosteroids by form include: Pills and liquids Prednisolone (Prelone) Methylprednisolone (Medrol) Nasal sprays Budesonide (Rhinocort) Mometasone (Nasonex) Inhalers Fluticasone (Flovent) Mometasone (Asmanex Twisthaler) Creams Betamethasone (Dermabet, Diprolene) Desonide (Desonate, DesOwen) Eyedrops Fluorometholone (Flarex, FML) Loteprednol (Alrex, Lotemax) Immunotherapy Immunotherapy works by modifying the immune system and its reaction to allergens. It’s not used for immediate allergy symptom relief but is a long-term allergy treatment. Immunotherapy treatments (or allergy shots) are prescription medicines. "Allergy shots can be helpful for patients with seasonal and year-round allergies," Miranda Curtiss , an assistant professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine, said in a recent article . "However, these are a long-term investment that require planning to continue therapy for three to five years for maximal benefit. Asthmatics who want to start allergy shots need to have their asthma under good control first before starting shots." With allergy shots, you are exposed to an allergen over and over until your immune system becomes desensitized and no longer reacts to the allergen, the Mayo Clinic says. This type of treatment is commonly given as allergy shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy, or SCIT), but is also available in a form given under the tongue (sublingual immunotherapy, or SLIT). With SCIT, injections are given in your doctor’s office where they can monitor for adverse reactions. Treatment starts with the “build-up phase,” which is once or twice a week, and decreases to a maintenance dose which is once every two to four weeks. Sublingual immunotherapy treatment, like subcutaneous immunotherapy, also exposes you to allergens over a period of time, with the goal of building immunity to the allergen. SLIT tablets are available by prescription and taken daily. Immunotherapy is used to treat seasonal and indoor allergies, as well as insect stings. Side effects include watery eyes, sneezing, mild asthma symptoms, a rash at the injection site, tiredness and headaches. In rare cases, life-threatening reactions such as throat swelling and difficulty breathing can occur. Regardless of the type of allergy or your symptoms, there are options for relief. Reach out to your health care provider to learn more about which remedies are best for you. Posted May 2023