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Morning doctor,i have a sinus problem since a long time and using otrivine nasal drop and i'm addicted with it.my nose keep blocking always.
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Overuse: Overuse of decongestant nasal spray or drops leads to a vicious cycle of dryness followed by rebound congestion. This cycle can be avoided if you adhere to the proper dose and dosing schedule.
Answered 10/2/2014
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