Talking to Your Doctor
How to talk with your doctor about VERAMYST
If you want to know if VERAMYST is right for you, talk to your doctor. VERAMYST is available only by prescription.
Many people are not sure about bringing up treatment ideas for allergy symptoms with their doctor. But a lot of the success of allergy management depends on you. So your thoughts and opinions are important and you should be heard.
The more you tell your doctor about your symptoms, the better he or she can help you. So be sure to mention all of your allergy symptoms – those affecting your nose, your eyes, and any others that you have.
Here are ways to help you talk with your doctor about VERAMYST:
- Complete the Allergy Symptoms Checklist to record your symptoms and triggers. Print it and bring it with you to the doctor.
- Describe each of your allergy symptoms. Tell your doctor how they affect you.
- Tell your doctor about any current allergy treatments you are taking — both prescription and over-the-counter — and your experiences with them.
- Ask your doctor's opinion about the pros and cons of various treatments, including VERAMYST, for your allergies. Ask about options for all-day control of your allergy symptoms.