Some hay fever medicines are in short supply across the UK, owing to the lack of a key ingredient. Stocks of chlorphenamine maleate, the active ingredient in brands such as Piriton, have been affected – although other hay fever medicines are still available, Boots has reported.
So, what does this mean for people with hay fever? Dr Stephanie Ooi from MyHealthcare Clinic (myhealthcareclinic.com) and @the_gp_mum, says: “Hay fever can have a thoroughly nasty effect on our everyday lives, and leaves a lot of people dreading spring and summer.
“Sadly, there is no cure for hay fever and the best we can do is try prevent and manage symptoms, such as sneezing and coughing, an itchy throat and fatigue.”
