To help heal the blisters and soothe itching, continuing with fexofenadine, Lacto Calamine, or Caladryl is very helpful. Keep your face clean, wash gently with cool water, and avoid scratching to prevent infection. Your aceclofenac and paracetamol will help manage pain. However, to actually stop new blisters from forming, especially at 78, a prescription antiviral medication is key. Please consult your doctor as soon as possible so they can evaluate you and prescribe the right antiviral treatment to safely speed up your recovery.

Yes, it is highly recommended that you see a skin doctor (dermatologist) or an allergist. Daily hives that require ongoing medication like Allegra (fexofenadine) to control are best evaluated by a specialist. They can help identify potential triggers, rule out underlying causes, and guide you toward a safe, effective long-term treatment plan. Please be reassured that this is a common issue with many excellent treatment options.

Since you took an extra pill this afternoon, taking another one so soon could increase the risk of side effects like drowsiness, dry mouth, or headache. It is safest to wait and resume your regular once-daily scheduled dose tomorrow. Please stay hydrated, and if you experience any unusual symptoms or if your allergies do not improve, reach out to your doctor.

To help you feel better quickly, you can take generic ibuprofen or acetaminophen to relieve both your sore throat and gum pain. Rinsing with warm salt water is a safe, fast way to soothe itchy, irritated gums and your throat. For nasal cold symptoms, a generic oxymetazoline nasal spray can offer rapid relief, but use it for no more than three consecutive days.

It is very common for sinus symptoms to return after stopping fexofenadine (Allegra), as it manages symptoms rather than curing the underlying inflammation. Since you had nasal surgery ten years ago, structural changes or chronic allergies might be at play. For long-term relief, daily saline nasal rinses and generic corticosteroid nasal sprays (like fluticasone) are often highly effective and safe for ongoing use. I gently recommend consulting an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist or an allergist.

However, because COVID-19 symptoms can easily mimic a cold or seasonal allergies, taking a rapid COVID-19 test is a safe and recommended next step to be absolutely sure. Your improvement with Allegra M (fexofenadine and montelukast) suggests your symptoms may have an allergic component, or the medication is successfully easing your congestion. Please rest, stay well-hydrated, and limit contact with others until you get your test results. You can safely continue your medication, but do consult a healthcare provider if you develop a fever or worsening symptoms.