More than 50 million Americans deal with allergies every year, with common symptoms like sneezing, nasal congestion, breathing difficulties, and postnasal drip becoming more frustrating. While medications can help manage symptoms, they do not modify the immune system’s allergic response.
At Buckeye Breathe Free, we offer allergy drops, a needle-free, less-invasive, and convenient treatment option for allergies in appropriate candidates.
Allergy drops are a form of sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT), which involves placing small amounts of allergen extracts under the tongue on a daily basis. Over time, this may help the immune system build a tolerance to certain allergens. For appropriate patients, this can potentially lead to reduced sensitivity and symptom improvement.
⚠️ Important notes on FDA approval:
Allergy drops can help manage symptoms associated with allergens such as:
Individual results vary per patient, and outcomes are not guaranteed. Not all patients with allergies will be ideal candidates for allergy drops. Your healthcare provider can help assess your candidacy.
Here’s a quick overview of the major differences between allergy shots and drops.
Requires needles for administration
In-office injections
Weekly then monthly in-office visits
FDA approved for many allergens
Best for patients who can commit to regular in-office appointments
Needle-free | Non-invasive
Administered under tongue
Daily self-administration
Not FDA-approved—custom-compound drops used off-label
Best for needle-averse patients or at home convenience
Allergy drops are generally considered well-tolerated by most patients. However, they are not without risks.
Possible side effects may include:
To ensure safety, your allergist will:
Here’s how we approach allergy care at Buckeye Breathe Free:
We begin with an allergy testing and evaluation to help identify your allergy triggers, the severity and pattern of your symptoms, and your unique allergy profile.
Then, we create a treatment plan and develop management strategies based on clinical findings, symptom severity, lifestyle, and personal health goals.
We will continue to monitor your progress and make adjustments in treatment strategies where needed.
✔️ Our team includes board-certified ENT care providers who have experience in allergy care and management.
✔️ We offer convenient treatment options, such as allergy drops, to accommodate a variety of schedules and lifestyles.
✔️ We develop personalized allergy care plans tailored to each patient’s unique allergy profile, clinical findings, lifestyle, and personal health goals.
✔️ We take a patient-centered approach to allergy care, from allergy testing to ongoing treatment monitoring.
Allergies can be frustrating and, if left untreated, can interfere with daily life and comfort. Here at Buckeye Breathe Free, we offer comprehensive allergy testing and guide patients through treatment options and management strategies.
Individual results may vary. Information on this website is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. In the event of a medical emergency, call 911.