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CDA
April 12, 2023
Carrying the right filters and in perfect condition is the best way to reduce the effects of allergies in the car… but there are more tricks.
As soon as you have a little allergy You will have already heard that this year seems to be coming strong. And, even if you don’t believe it, from inside your car you can alleviate its unpleasant effects.
Eye irritation, itchy skin, congestion, runny nose and sneezing are the most common symptoms of a person suffering from allergies during spring. Being in a car does not guarantee immunity to these symptoms, which is why the Madrid Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA) has published a series of interesting advice so that the “suffering” is not so great.
Be careful when taking certain medications
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According to this organization, which brings together 90 percent of the private dealers of all car and motorcycle brands in the Community of Madrid, with more than 400 points of sale and repair, something important to take into account is the filter care.
Carrying the right filters and in perfect condition allows the driver and passengers to breathe easy, avoiding allergy symptoms, saving fuel and taking care of the air conditioning system.
When driving, in order to avoid risks behind the wheel, you must avoid self-medication and always consult a doctor when we are going to drive, especially if we are talking about long trips or if driving is vital for our main activity.
And it is that many drugs worsen the abilities behind the wheel, increasing the risk of suffering an accident, with the possibility of even give a false positive for drugs. In this sense, zero alcohol consumption, since alcoholic beverages enhance the adverse effects of the medication.
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At the same time, you have to keep the windows up to prevent the entry of dust and pollen from outside and always wear approved sunglasses for driving, as they protect the eyes from allergens.
Likewise, the vehicle needs to be cleaned more frequentlysince the dust and hair left by pets usually produce or aggravate allergy symptoms.
