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what is the best way to stop a nasal congestion?

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Nasal congestion: The best home remedy for nasal congestion is not to over zealously blow your nose. Instead use nasal saline rinse or mist and it helps decongest  and also soothes it. You can also try over the counter decongestants, but if you have high blood pressure check wiht ur doctor first to know whcih is safest 4 u.

Question 2

what's the best otc medicine for nasal congestion?

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Short term: Short term, a decongestant such as sudafed or afrin nasal spray will cause decongestion but caution for long term use as it will quit working.

Question 3

which store bought medicine works best for nasal congestion in kids?

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Depends on age: It depends on the age of the child - i actually recommend you talk with your pharmacist as their are dozens of cold medications in the over the counter aisle at the pharmacy.

Question 4

what is the best way to clear toddler nasal congestion?

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Suction: If the nose is congested and full of mucous the best way to clear the nasal passages of a toddler who cannot blow the nose is to use a suction bulb. Spraying the nostrils with an OTC nasal saline and then using the suction bulb works best. There will be a protest, but "just suck it up"!

Question 5

what is the best allergy medicine for nasal congestion?

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Pseudoephedrine: Decongestants work best for nasal congestion, and there is only one over the counter medication that works well for this problem, and that is pseudoephedrine.  This medication is only available by asking the pharmacist.  Nasal steroid sprays are the most effective medication for childhood allergies, in children over the age of 2, when medications are needed on a regular basis.

Question 6

is a air purifier the best option for a child that has nasal congestion?

Accepted Answer

Nasal congestion: Chronic nasal congestion needs to be evaluated by an md. The symptoms might be due to an avoidable allergen like dust mites of pet dander. A blood test called a rast can be ordered by any physician. Many times, if allergies are not the problem, a sinus infection is present. Physicians miss the diagnosis of chronic sinusitis in children many times.

Question 7

what's the best nasal congestion quick cure (no vasoconstrictor drops please)?

Accepted Answer

Saline: First thing to try would be a saline spray. If you have excessive drainage from the nose you can use a hypertonic saline. Available otc with few side effects.

Question 8

what is the best treatment for head and nasal congestion due to covid?

Accepted Answer

Congestion: Any over the counter anti-histamine/allergy medication such as loratadine (Claritin), cetirizine (Zyrtec) or levocetizine (Xyzal) can be taken for relief. If there is a lot of nasal drainage, you can also use fluticasone (Flonase) nasal spray, or similar steroid nasal sprays (Nasacort, Nasonex, Rhinocort). If the nasal passages feel blocked, try saline nasal rinses.

Question 9

what's the best otc medication for nasal congestion due to sinusitis infection?

Accepted Answer

Just the opposite: Sinusitis or inflammation of the paranasal sinuses (there are 4 paired sinuses) does not cause nasal congestion.  The opposite is true.  That is, nasal congestion leads to sinus inflammation.  It is true that they very often occur together, but the nasal congestion is the first event.  Otc treatment may include saline (salt water) irrigations of the nose, a netti-pot and a decongestant.

Question 10

my two year old has a phlegm cough and has nasal congestion what's the best thing i should do?

Accepted Answer

Productive cough: Most likely allergies, considering nasal stuffiness too! however without through exam, can't be certain. See your pediatrician. Approach should be anti allergy meds +/-  antibiotics.

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