Question 1

is it safe to take aleve d sinus headache with levovetirizine 5 mg because i got a bad sinus headache.doc got me levovetirizine for post nasal drip .

Accepted Answer

Yes it's safe: The nasal spray is an antihistamine for allergies and the aleve has a decongestant to open up the sinuses and loosen mucous.  These are commonly taken together.  However, given that you are taking medication for high blood pressure, you should be careful with any decongestant as they can raise your BP.  Use Coricidin instead or talk to hour pharmacist. Keep a close eye on your BP.

Question 2

can sinus headaches shoot to back of head ?been getting one everyday pollen in red here on map.aleve (naproxen) d sinus headache only thing that works for me

Accepted Answer

Sinus headaches: Yes- sinus headaches associated with high pollen counts/allergies can be very painful and cause shooting pains sometimes. However, you should be evaluated by an allergist or headache specialist for further management and diagnosis.

Question 3

is it safe to take excedrin after taking aleve (naproxen) d for sinus pain/pressure?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It should not present a problem.

Question 4

what can i take for sinus headache if i'm on blood thinners?

Accepted Answer

Sinus headache: Hello, i would recommend saline nasal washes and Acetaminophen as directed. Afrin nasal spray may also help for your congestion and sinus pain.

Question 5

what can you take for a sinus headache when you are pregna?

Accepted Answer

Let me help you: Water 
humidifier
saline nose spray
antibiotics
drink a lot of water to keep hydrated.
Use humidifier at home .
Saline nasal spray  as often as possible.
Antibiotic : Amoxicillin  with doctor advice.
Warm shower, and tylenol (acetaminophen).

Question 6

can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine) severe allergy plus sinus headache with advil?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: With so many over the counter preparations, one has to be very careful and read the labels carefully to see what the ingredients are. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an antihistaminic, but the preparation you are talking about may already include Ibuprofen (advil ) or Aspirin or similar, so more advil is not advised.

Question 7

hello, i am donating platelets tomorrow morning, but have a bad headache. i know i can't take aspirin, but would sodium naproxene be okay (aleve)? thank you?

Accepted Answer

: I would not. Put a cool moist compress on your forehead &amp; relax. Any NSAID like Aleve can have platelet related effects. If you neeed to take something to get through this just re-schedule the platelet donation.

Question 8

i have been tested positive for covid 19, i started experiencing headaches since last night. pain radiators from my forehead around the side of my head, towards the back. almost feels like a sinus headache but unsure. what can i take for these?

Accepted Answer

Nasal saline: Relieve sinus pressure with a humidifier and  nasal saline.  Treat fever with Tylenol rather than Motrin. Watch for signs of worsening respiratory symptoms, and then see the Emergency room.

Question 9

what can my grandfather take for a sinus headache, when he takes medication for parkinsons?

Accepted Answer

Soe meds are safe: Tylenol, (acetaminophen) antihistamines(eg Claritin alavert etc, not with "d") should not react with his parkinsons meds.  Prescription nasal steroids are also helpful.  Frequently "sinus" headaches are actually migraines and are treated much differently.  He should discuss this with his primary care doc.

Question 10

steriod nasal spray- how long does it take to work for sinus headache?

Accepted Answer

Steroid nasal sprays: While steroid nasal sprays may have some activity on reducing nasal inflammation as soon as 12 hours after a single dose, they don't achieve their maximum effect for several days.  If you are having nasal congestion causing a sinus headache, you may need to take an oral or intranasal decongestant or antihistamine to get more temporary relief while the steroid spray takes effect.

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Is it safe to take aleve d sinus headache with levovetirizine 5 mg because i got a bad sinus headache.doc got me levovetirizine for post nasal drip .

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Can sinus headaches shoot to back of head ?been getting one everyday pollen in red here on map.aleve (naproxen) d sinus headache only thing that works for me

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Is it safe to take excedrin after taking aleve (naproxen) d for sinus pain/pressure?

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What can i take for sinus headache if i'm on blood thinners?

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What can you take for a sinus headache when you are pregna?

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Can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine) severe allergy plus sinus headache with advil?

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Hello, i am donating platelets tomorrow morning, but have a bad headache. i know i can't take aspirin, but would sodium naproxene be okay (aleve)? thank you?

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I have been tested positive for covid 19, i started experiencing headaches since last night. pain radiators from my forehead around the side of my head, towards the back. almost feels like a sinus headache but unsure. what can i take for these?

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What can my grandfather take for a sinus headache, when he takes medication for parkinsons?

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Steriod nasal spray- how long does it take to work for sinus headache?

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