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Daily Mirror
29-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Travel expert says popular products are a 'waste of money' - what not to buy
The travel experts at Which? have called out the travel health products that are a "waste of money" and have warned consumers against purchasing them ahead of a summer holiday While many of us enjoy making the most of the good weather next to a pool or beach, jetting off during the summer holidays often costs more than it would if you travelled off-peak. Whether it's sticking to hand luggage or bagging a last-minute flight for less than £20, many of us are also conscious of making our money go further when planning a summer holiday, but there are certain items you could be splashing cash on that simply aren't worthwhile. There are, however, some things you simply can't plan for, and that's falling ill while travelling. Investing in some mosquito repellent to ensure you don't spend the entire holiday scratching at them, or stockpiling on allergy medicines in local Boots might seem like an essential task to do before travelling, but it could be a waste of time and money depending on what you purchase. While many of us want to avoid getting sick on holiday, the travel gurus at Which? have revealed the travel health products that are actually a "waste of money", reports the Express. In a clip shared on Instagram, the travel specialists highlighted the popular items many of us buy to ensure we feel our best before jetting off, which aren't entirely essential and could be setting you back more than they're worth. Mosquito wristbands Remembering to reapply repellent can prove tricky whilst on holiday, which explains why numerous holidaymakers opt for wristbands as an alternative. Emitting a combination of components that deter the insects, Which? warned that they're not actually the most efficient. Whilst it may shield your wrist or at least the upper portion of your body, the specialists noted: "You're better off using a spray or lotion with 20% to 50% DEET on all exposed skin." Travel sickness bands If you're facing a lengthy car journey from the airport to your accommodation, or need to board a ferry, you might splash out on an anti-travel sickness band. A type of acupressure that's claimed to ease queasiness and nausea, the experts at Which? said: "The NHS says there's little scientific evidence that these work and when we put them to the test at a fairground, they didn't work either." Instead, they recommended buying tablets such as Kwells which contain hyoscine, a medication that prevents nausea signals. Once-a-day sunscreen Whilst once-a-day sunscreen may appear to be a perfect answer if you forget to reapply it, Which disclosed that they discovered a 74% reduction in protection throughout the day. It's safer for your skin to use sunscreen that you can reapply during the day, and you should top it up every two hours. Branded medicines Numerous branded medications are frequently pricier than generic alternatives available in supermarkets, despite containing identical ingredients. Which? recommended that whilst brands such as Piriteze and Clarityn might cost you £11, supermarket alternatives of the allergy treatment typically cost under half the price, and the same principle applies to Immodium. Search for the active component loperamide hydrochloride, and save cash by switching to an unbranded alternative.
Scottish Sun
02-05-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Cheapest way to buy hayfever tablets – you could make a huge saving of £27 this summer
Scroll down to see how different tablets compare NOT TO BE SNIFFED AT NOT TO BE SNIFFED AT Cheapest way to buy hayfever tablets – you could make a huge saving of £27 this summer THERE is a way to get the same allergy relief medication for almost a quarter of the price of big name brands. As hay fever becomes more rife moving into summer, this could mean a saving of £27 over the months of June, July and August. Advertisement 2 Piritize is a common brand of allergy relief medication found at UK pharmacies Credit: Alamy 2 Medicines meet the same standards regardless of the formulation Credit: Superdrug People generally know that buying branded medications are almost always more costly than their generic equivalents. On top of that, most over-the-counter drugs have the same medical properties no matter the brand, price or form it comes in. The Royal Pharmaceutical said: "Whether they are branded or generic, all medicines are the same so you can be reassured your medicine is safe." The key thing to look out for is the "active" ingredient of the remedy, which manufacturers may change. Advertisement So once you have found the right active ingredient, you can start looking for the best deal to purchase your medicine. For effective relief from allergy symptoms, people often turn to Cetirizine, which the NHS describes as an "antihistimine medicine that relieves the symptoms of allergies". It can be used to treat things like hay fever, conjunctivitis, and eczema, and comes in tablet, capsule or liquid form. Common stores like Boots, Asda, Sainsbury's and Tesco sell Cetirizine both through brands as well as with their own equivalents of the medicine. Advertisement Among the more well-known brands of Cetirizine are Piriteze and Zirtek, which can cost £11.55 for a 30-pack of the tablets from a pharmacy like Boots. However, buying the generic Boots version of Cetirizine costs just £2.75, meaning a saving nearly £9. Woman missed her brother's wedding because of 'life-ruining' hay fever symptoms And over the three months of summer, this could bring a saving of £27. Similarly, the Asda, Sainsbury's and Tesco medications can also provide savings of around £8 when bought instead of the branded equivalents. Advertisement In the past, PharmacyFirst has been seen to offer the cheapest deal for Cetirizine online, oferring 120 tablets all for £2.75. Chemist4U has also proven to be a cheap option, where 180 tablets have gone for £7.54. These cost-saving findings come after research revealed hay fever sufferers spent more than £3,600 on medication over their lifetime. A poll also found 62 per cent of people with these allergies go through up to two boxes of antihistamine tablets a month. Advertisement
The Sun
02-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Cheapest way to buy hayfever tablets – you could make a huge saving of £27 this summer
THERE is a way to get the same allergy relief medication for almost a quarter of the price of big name brands. As hay fever becomes more rife moving into summer, this could mean a saving of £27 over the months of June, July and August. People generally know that buying branded medications are almost always more costly than their generic equivalents. On top of that, most over-the-counter drugs have the same medical properties no matter the brand, price or form it comes in. The Royal Pharmaceutical said: "Whether they are branded or generic, all medicines are the same so you can be reassured your medicine is safe." The key thing to look out for is the "active" ingredient of the remedy, which manufacturers may change. So once you have found the right active ingredient, you can start looking for the best deal to purchase your medicine. For effective relief from allergy symptoms, people often turn to Cetirizine, which the NHS describes as an "antihistimine medicine that relieves the symptoms of allergies". It can be used to treat things like hay fever, conjunctivitis, and eczema, and comes in tablet, capsule or liquid form. Common stores like Boots, Asda, Sainsbury's and Tesco sell Cetirizine both through brands as well as with their own equivalents of the medicine. Among the more well-known brands of Cetirizine are Piriteze and Zirtek, which can cost £11.55 for a 30-pack of the tablets from a pharmacy like Boots. However, buying the generic Boots version of Cetirizine costs just £2.75, meaning a saving nearly £9. Woman missed her brother's wedding because of 'life-ruining' hay fever symptoms And over the three months of summer, this could bring a saving of £27. Similarly, the Asda, Sainsbury's and Tesco medications can also provide savings of around £8 when bought instead of the branded equivalents. In the past, PharmacyFirst has been seen to offer the cheapest deal for Cetirizine online, oferring 120 tablets all for £2.75. Chemist4U has also proven to be a cheap option, where 180 tablets have gone for £7.54. These cost-saving findings come after research revealed hay fever sufferers spent more than £3,600 on medication over their lifetime. A poll also found 62 per cent of people with these allergies go through up to two boxes of antihistamine tablets a month. Hay fever first aid kit Analyse your symptoms and find the best medication kit for you... Antihistamines Antihistamines (cetirizine or loratadine) work by blocking histamine in the body, which is released when the body detects something it thinks is harmful. Histamine causes blood vessels to expand and the skin to swell, but in people with hay fever, also causes an allergic reaction. That's the watering eyes, blocked nose, rashes and so on. Max Wiseberg, airborne allergens expert and creator of HayMax, says that many antihistamines are available on prescription, such as Telfast, which you can see your GP for or get through an online doctor, such as LloydsPharmacy. Telfast, and other prescription-only antihistamine tablets, work in the same way as over-the-counter antihistamines, but are stronger and intended to help with more severe symptoms. 'Get your prescription in advance of the season so you have your medication in time to start taking it at the right time,' he says. 'Some are best taken at least one month before the hay fever season starts." Nasal sprays A nasal spray can be effective in controlling congestion and stuffiness. Pharmacists can advise on nasal sprays (sodium cromoglicate, ipratropium bromide or decongestant), and eye drops, too. Nasal sprays can also help with other symptoms of hay fever 'because the medicine is targeted directly to the nose, which is where the vast majority of allergens enter the body', Max says. Independent pharmacist Rita Ghelani says: 'Try Xlear nasal spray, which contains xylitol, and has anti-bacterial properties and keeps the nasal lining moist. 'If symptoms are more severe, then try an anti-inflammatory nasal spray – sometimes referred to as a steroid nasal spray – which can take a few days to work. 'Start with one that contains beclomethasone, which is used twice a day, in the morning and at night.' Rita also advises cleaning the nose with a saline nasal spray before a steroid spray, saying: 'It will remove sticky mucus from the nasal passage, thus improving the effectiveness of the medication.' Eye drops If itchy eyes are your primary concern, Rita says: 'Try using sodium cromoglicate eye drops. "These make the eyes less sensitive to allergens such as pollen and reduce irritation. "They need to be used four times a day to keep the levels of the active ingredient high enough to be effective. "Keep using them even if symptoms improve. 'Using a good eye drop to lubricate the eyes may also help with dry eyes during the summer months.'
