Question 1

are there any prescription decongestants? don't do well tolerating pseudofed.

Accepted Answer

Decongestants: Many over the counter medications contain phenylephrine instead of pseudoephedrine.  You can try this instead to see if you tolerate it any better.

Question 2

what is the best otc decongestant?

Accepted Answer

No specific one: There are numerous otc products available, but since no comparative controlled studies are, to my knowledge, available, it is impossible to say which is best.

Question 3

what decongestant can you take daily ?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamine : Use a new generation antihistamine like desloratadine or levocertirizine with a good nasal spray like Avamys

Question 4

what kind of decongestant should i take?

Accepted Answer

Decongestant: If you do not have high blood pressure or other contraindications to decongestants, you can try phenylephrine contained in certain combination antihistamines, when necessary. Better yet, sterile saline spray or Cortaid nasal spray and I understand Flonase is OTC as well. Do not use Afrin or similar sprays for more than 3 days in a row to avoid rebound congestion, addiction, mucosal damage.

Question 5

what are the best decongestants for colds?

Accepted Answer

Topical decongestant: The long-acting OTC decongestant nasal spray will likely work the best. However do not use this for more than 5 days else you may end up hooked to the spray which is not healthy for your nose .

Question 6

what is the natural equivalent to a decongestant?

Accepted Answer

Neti pots can : Reduce nasal congestion. Mix ¼ tsp salt w 1 cup lukewarm water. More salt can also be used. Place solution in neti pot.  Tilt head & pour solution into 1 nostril. Blow nose lightly & spit out any liquid that drains into throat. Repeat on other side. This can be done in the evening before you go to bed & again in the morning. You can watch a video online to get the finer details down.

Question 7

what will happen if you take too many decongestant pills?

Accepted Answer

Decongestant pills: Can cause disturbance in heart rate, increase in blood pressure, etc.. and other side effects, don't exceed recommended dosage / indication, follow instructions well, don't use if contraindicated (e.g having allergy to the drug or hypertensive), good luck

Question 8

is it possible for me to take a decongestant with claritand?

Accepted Answer

Yes: They do different things.  An antihistamine, like Claritin should help block the release of histamine from mast cells, decreasing mucous production.  Decongestants cause swelling and congestion to decrease inside the nose. These are complimentary medicines and are often prescribed together for significant relief of congested runny nose associated with allergies, colds and even nasal infections.

Question 9

i need a good decongestant without pseudophedrine please help?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamines: There are several on the market that do not contain pseudo ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate). They are available over the counter.

Question 10

hello my favorite doctors! just wondering if the clairitin that doesn't have the decongestant in it keepsyou awake as well? i've heard this complaint.

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Claritin (loratadine) is considered a non-sedating antihistamine. By package insert it is associated with 7% sedation. Higher doses and taking medication that slows the metabolism of loratadine such as erythromycin, cimetidine (Tagamet) or ketoconazole can cause sedation even with 1 tablet. Rarely, it is an upper, but this is unusual.

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Are there any prescription decongestants? don't do well tolerating pseudofed.

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What decongestant can you take daily ?

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What kind of decongestant should i take?

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What are the best decongestants for colds?

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What is the natural equivalent to a decongestant?

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What will happen if you take too many decongestant pills?

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Is it possible for me to take a decongestant with claritand?

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I need a good decongestant without pseudophedrine please help?

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Hello my favorite doctors! just wondering if the clairitin that doesn't have the decongestant in it keepsyou awake as well? i've heard this complaint.

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