This document discusses anti-histamines, which act against the effects of histamine. It describes the different types of anti-histamines, including H1 antagonists, which inhibit histamine binding at the H1 receptor and are used to treat allergic reactions. H2 antagonists are described as inhibiting histamine effects at the H2 receptor and being used to treat peptic ulcer disease. Proton pump inhibitors are also summarized as blocking gastric acid secretion.