Recreational drug use are caused by an excessive response of the body to allergens, such as the pollen released by grasses and trees. An allergic reaction causes release of histamine by the body. Other uses of antihistamines are to help with normal symptoms of insect stings even if there is no allergic reaction. Their recreational appeal exists mainly due to their anticholinergic properties, that induce anxiolysis and, in some cases such as diphenhydramine, chlorpheniramine, and orphenadrine, a characteristic euphoria at moderate doses. High dosages taken to induce recreational drug effects may lead to overdoses. Antihistamines are also consumed in combination with alcohol, particularly
Allergic conjunctivitis determining the cause of the allergic response. Antihistamines, medication that stabilizes mast cells, and NSAIDs are safe and usually effective. Corticosteroids are reserved for more severe cases of ocular allergy disease, and their use should be monitored by an eye care physician due to possible side-effects. When an allergen is identified, the person should avoid the allergen as much as possible. If the allergen is encountered and the symptoms are mild, a cold compress can be used to provide relief. This is another form of conjunctivitis that is usually caused by cosmetics and pollen which are made of or contains