Allergy Meds - Page 2

Longford · #11 (**permalink**) 28th July 2012, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by TundraGreen

Correct me if I am wrong WV, but it sounds like what WV is doing is getting allergy desensitizing treatment. The allergy specialist tests for your specific allergies then mixes up a cocktail that contains just the right amount of those that you are sensitive to to try to develop the body's tolerance for them. Over time the amount of exposure can be increased without prompting a reaction and, in theory, eventually, the allergy is cured. If that is the case, he/she is not going to be able to walk into any pharmacy with a prescription and duplicate them. It is essentially a research project carried on between a particular allergy sufferer and a particular allergy specialist.

Then, if the situation is as you suggest, a move to Mexico at this time may not be the thing to do. I don't doubt, though, that there allergists in both Guadalajara and the D.F. Who the treatment can be handed off to. Maybe someone else here knows of a procedure whereby someone can receive overnight shipments of drugs from the USA without hassle. That may take some doing if a procedure exists.

Thanks

conklinwh · #12 (**permalink**) 28th July 2012, 10:20 PM

Lots of good pieces spread though out this thread.
-Not sure what your allergies are where you live in the US but they may or may not be the same in Mexico.
-Mexico does have wonderful doctors and facilities and spread much larger than DF, Gdl & Monterrey.
-I do think that if you live here that you will need a local doctor and source of medicine. 1st step should be to ask your present doctor as many do have lists. If your doctor doesn't, you may need go online and look for specialists. I'd then use your doctor to contact one or more to discuss your situation.
-It is always best to visit a few places before deciding anyway. You should be able to get the paperwork to bring in a temporary supply and have a chance to meet potential doctors.
-Do not rely on overnight shipping services. As stated there is a high probability that they will be held at customs.

I don't see your situation as hopeless but will need planning and consultation.

chicois8 · #13 (**permalink**) 28th July 2012, 11:24 PM

i send fedex packages all the time and they are signed in the next day...

wv gal · #14 (**permalink**) 28th July 2012, 11:28 PM

You are pretty much right on, TundraGreen. In addition, it is my belief some of the antigens taken are not familar to many mainstream allergists. I have been to both. Everyone is assuming all allergist are the same and "one size fits all" so to speak. This is not the case.

mickisue1 · #15 (**permalink**) 29th July 2012, 01:41 PM

WV gal, if you are replying to a particular post, it's helpful for those reading your thread if you hit "reply" within that post, so we (and you, if you go back two weeks from now) will know what comment you were replying to.

pappabee · #16 (**permalink**) 29th July 2012, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by mickisue1

WV gal, if you are replying to a particular post, it's helpful for those reading your thread if you hit "reply" within that post, so we (and you, if you go back two weeks from now) will know what comment you were replying to.

Didn't I say something like that a little while ago??

sag42 · #17 (**permalink**) 29th July 2012, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by wv gal

There is no prescription, per se. They are ordered direct from the doctor, as are my thyroid meds. The bottles are labeled but not in the usual "prescription" manner. They are simply labeled as to content and usage with the doctor's name and office name. And yes, they are rather specialized anitigens. I don't believe the doctor makes them himself but they are made under his guidance. As I stated, they do not contain preservatives as most do. My doctor specializes in chemical and severe allergy cases, a rarity in his field.

I will ask whether there are any specialized chemical-sensitive doctors in Mexico at my next opportunity. I had also thought about that possibility, but not opitimistically.

Thank you for taking the time to respond.

You might be surprised, there are many excellent doctors in Mexico. An option for you would be to open a postal box in the border region of Texas and have your medicines delivered there. It would require an ocasional trip to the border, but you shouldn't have any problem bringing the meds back into Mexico.