Does anyone know the difference between antihistamines and acetametaphines(sp?) List examples?

Answer 1

An antihistamine is a drug which serves to reduce or eliminate effects mediated by histamine, an endogenous chemical mediator released during allergic reactions, through action at the histamine receptor. Only agents where the main therapeutic effect is mediated by negative modulation of histamine receptors are termed antihistamines - other agents may have antihistaminergic action but are not true antihistamines.

Examples of antihistamines include:

Over-the-counter: Benadryl, Claritin, Chlor-Trimeton, Dimetane and Tavist. Ocu-Hist is an OTC eye drop.
Prescription: Clarinex, Allegra, and Zyrtec. Astelin is a prescription nasal spray. Eye drops include Emadine and Livostin.

ACETAMINOPHEN is a crystalline substance, C8H9NO2, used as a headache and pain reliever and to reduce fever. It is also known as paracetamol. Paracetamol (INN) (IPA: /pærəˈsitəmɒl, -moʊl, -ˈsɛtə-/) or acetaminophen (USAN), is a common analgesic and antipyretic drug that is used for the relief of fever, headaches, and other minor aches and pains. Paracetamol is also useful in managing more severe pain, allowing lower dosages of additional non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or opioid analgesics to be used, thereby minimizing overall side-effects. It is a major ingredient in numerous cold and flu medications, as well as many prescription analgesics. It is considered safe for human use in recommended doses, but because of its wide availability, deliberate or accidental overdoses are fairly common.

Common brand names for the drug include Tylenol and Panadol.

Answer 2

Examples Of Antihistamines

Answer 3

Antihistamines are medications used to treat allergic reactions or allergies. Acetametaphines are used for thinning of the blood.

Answer 4

Yes

Answer 5

an antihistamine blocks allergens...like benedryl
an acetaminophen is a fever reducer/pain reliever...like tylenol