Question 1

what's a good non-prescription decongestant?

Accepted Answer

Pseudoephedrine: However, don’t use them longer than seven days. Using them longer can actually make your nose more stopped up and you're probably dealing with something more severe than allergies or a common cold. Good luck.

Question 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

any natural non-ephedra decongestants?

Accepted Answer

Decongestant: Any food that will cause a runny nose will naturally decongest. Ie peppers, curry, wasabi, soup. Hot steam in a shower  is also an effective aid to congestion.

Question 6

why isnt my nasal decongestant working?

Accepted Answer

Uncertain: May be due to anatomic blockage. Possibly nasal polyps. Should get seen by an ent.

Question 7

what is a safe decongestant while pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Saline: Try nasal saline, Netipot and or a humidifier.

Question 8

can somebody get an overdose of nasal decongestant?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Overdosing is technically speaking when you take more of a medicine than is prescribed. If you mean, can you get a serious medical complication from overuse, the answer is that it is possible, but uncommon. Overuse of nasal decongestants like afrin can lead to insomnia, increased heart rate and nervousness. Risk of more serious side effects higher if you have hypertension or heart disease.

Question 9

what are natural decongestants for spring allergies?

Accepted Answer

Yes but: A Chinese herb name Ma Huang had been used for asthma and has some decongestant effect. However this is like taking pseudoephedrine and the side effects are considered unacceptable.

Question 10

can i take decongestants with vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)?

Accepted Answer

Check w/Dr or Pharm: Many are not sensitive to decongestants in terms of BP elevation, but general (/SAFE) advice is to avoid, as can raise BP, and sometimes by a LOT. Nasal sprays / mists are usually helpful, and may be all that is needed--without as much risk of raising BP. Ask your Dr or Pharmacist for clarification.

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