Immune-system overdrive equals allergy misery

Our immune systems evolved to protect us against foreign invaders. We are surrounded by bacteria, viruses and fungi that can make us sick, so it's helpful to have defenders constantly on the prowl, protecting us from danger.

[Brice]

The "low-tech" approach you mention is the best approach in my opinion. Not everyone needs drugs for such a simple issue. Use a neti pot for your nasal rinse; it works and won't harm you. A more "tech" version of the traditional neti pot is http://www.nasopure.com/ (Nasopure) which was invented by a reputable doctor.

Just my $0.02.