Sometimes the side effects of medications may seem more severe than the symptoms of allergies they treat. Many people suffer from drowsiness, disconnectedness, cognitive dysfunction, lethargy, memory issues, dizziness, increased heart rate, headaches and even nausea.

There is a rising concern about the long-term health effects of taking medications. Most people would prefer to take as few drugs as possible during their lifetime. Many are concerned about the rising cost of medications. Even over-the-counter drugs continue to steadily increase in price over the years.

Allergy shots are the most effective and only way to permanently treat allergies. Allergy shots have been used and tested by doctors for many decades. They are considered safe and have no record of any long-term negative side effects. Studies show that allergy shots can also prevent people from developing new allergies, and reduce the risk of developing asthma in children with nasal allergies. Allergy shots are also natural. Allergy shots use only the proteins that trigger allergies as a way to permanently de-sensitize the body’s reaction to nature.

Allergy shots are referred to as "immunotherapy," and are given to increase your tolerance to the substances (allergens) that provoke allergy symptoms. They are administered with a very small needle just under the skin. This method is referred to as “subcutaneous”. These shots are not painful and use the same kind of needle that diabetics use to self-administer insulin multiple times a day.

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Redness, swelling, or irritation within one inch of the site of the injection is normal. These symptoms should go away within 4 to 8 hours after receiving the shot. You will be monitored for about 30 minutes in the physician’s office after receiving an allergy shot to make sure that you don't develop side effects. If you have side effects such as itchy eyes or runny nose, set up an appointment to meet with the allergy tech. Your dosage may need to be changed. If you begin to experience symptoms such as shortness of breath or tight throat after you leave the doctor's office, or right after self-injection, use the EpiPen and dial 911.