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Is there any systemic absorption when using intranasal steroid medication for allergy treatment?

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Dr. Robert Kent answered

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Very little: Almost nil. Some people who are very sensitive to steroids say they may feel a little difference, but normally systemic spread is very very little, if at all.

Answered 3/3/2014

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Is there any systemic absorption when using intranasal steroid medication for allergy treatment?

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Dr. Robert Kent answered

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