Allergy Shot Appointment Info
Reminders for Allergy Shot Patients:
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Please bring your EpiPen or AuviQ to every appointment or you will not be able to receive your allergy shot that day.
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You will be required to wait for 30 minutes after every shot.
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Please remember to come in at least WEEKLY for your shot. It is recommended to come TWICE WEEKLY if possible.
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Don’t engage in strenuous exercise for 1 hour prior to or immediately after your injection.
Questions to Consider on the Day of your Shot:
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Did you take your antihistamine medication?
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Have you had increased asthma symptoms in the past week?
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Chest tightness
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Increased cough
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Wheezing or shortness of breath
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Have you had increased allergy symptoms in the past week?
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Itching eyes/nose
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Sneezing
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Runny nose
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Post-nasal drip
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Throat clearing
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Do you have an illness or fever? If you are on antibiotics to treat an infection, please notify the allergy nurse before coming in. Shots will usually need to be delayed.
*If you answered YES to questions 2-4 please CALL (501) 227-5050 before coming so we can further evaluate if you should receive your allergy shot that week.
