I take 5 daily medications now (if you count calcium and magnesium-oxide that are both prescribed at higher-than-normal dosages). It kinda scares me that I'm taking that in my 30's. What will it be like in my 60's??

Singular isn't a steroid; it inhibits the release of leukotrienes, which are released in response to allergens and then cause airway swelling and smooth-muscle contractions.

Basically, it's like an antihistamine, with a very specific target.

Teppy, is it one of those that has to be taken for several days before effetive? Because Doc was making noises like I'd see immediate results.

Now I know why my doctor sighed with relief when she asked me what medications I was taking and I said "nothing". I know it won't last.

ahh allergy season - unfortunatly singular is only being taken by a friend of mine that has an allergy cocktail - singular, a dailly inhaler and clarinex. durring the bad season - add an emergency inhlaer (abuteral) , benadryl, sudefed ,and allegra.

Connie, I suspect it needs to be taken for a few days to get the drug to a steady-state level in your blood. The first few days it might help somewhat, but after a few days is probably when the maximum effect would kick in.

Teppy, is it one of those that has to be taken for several days before effetive? Because Doc was making noises like I'd see immediate results.

Not Teppy, but my doc told me it would take a few days to a week to see results. And, that has been my experience.

Stupid doctor. He practically told me it was a "take when you need it" drug.

My doc told me it is a "take every day" drug. I've gone off it a couple of times because my prescription ran out. It would take about 4 days for enough of it to leave my system, then I'd start coughing again. I'd get the prescription refilled and it would take about 4 days for the coughing to stop.

I wish my UPS delivery would come. I haven't showered yet, 'cause I've been waiting for it. Just my luck, it'll come at 5pm.