Mixed grass pollens allergen extract is made from certain pollens that can cause seasonal allergies (hay fever).
Mixed grass pollens allergen extract is used to help your body develop an immunity to certain pollens that can cause allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and watery eyes. This medicine is for use in adults up to age 65, and children who are at least 10 years old.
This medicine will not provide immediate relief from allergy symptoms.
Mixed grass pollens allergen extract may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
You should not use mixed grass pollens allergen extract if you have ever had an allergic reaction to similar pollen-extract medicines, or if you have:
To make sure mixed grass pollens allergen extract is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
FDA pregnancy category B. Mixed grass pollens allergen extract is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether mixed grass pollens allergen extract passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Mixed grass pollens allergen extract should not be given to a child younger than 10 years old.
This medicine is not for use in people older than 65.
Your doctor may perform an allergy skin test or blood test to make sure you are allergic to the specific pollen contained in this medicine.
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Your doctor may want to give your first dose of this medicine in a clinic setting. You should be watched closely for at least 30 minutes after taking your first dose, to make sure you do not have an allergic reaction.
Mixed grass pollens allergen extract is a sublingual tablet that dissolves under your tongue. Do not chew this tablet or swallow it whole.
To take the sublingual tablet:
Wash your hands after handling the sublingual tablet.
A child using mixed grass pollens allergen extract should be supervised by an adult while taking this medicine.
Mixed grass pollens allergen extract is usually taken once daily throughout allergy season. For best results, start taking this medicine at least 4 months before the start of allergy season.
In some cases, you may need to take mixed grass pollens allergen extract every day all year long, for up to 3 years. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Your doctor may also prescribe epinephrine (Epi-Pen) to keep with you in case you ever have an allergic reaction to mixed grass pollens allergen extract.
If you need oral surgery or dental work, or if you have a mouth injury or infection, you may need to stop using this medicine until your mouth heals. Tell your doctor if the sublingual tablets cause any mouth irritation.
Store tablets in the blister pack at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Ask your doctor before starting any new medicine or treatments, including allergy shots.
Mixed grass pollens allergen extract may cause a severe allergic reaction. Stop taking the medicine and get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction:
If you stop taking mixed grass pollens allergen extract after having an allergic reaction, do not start taking the medicine again without your doctor's advice.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Other drugs may interact with mixed grass pollens allergen extract, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.
Your pharmacist can provide more information about mixed grass pollens allergen extract.