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A 37-year-old member asked:
What can you do to stop a runny nose?
6 doctor answers • 23 doctors weighed in
Dr. Sean McGheeanswered
Allergy and Immunology 25 years experience
Depends: There are many causes for a runny nose, and what works for one will not necessarily work for another. For allergies, antihistamine or nasal steroid work well, for colds usually time alone is best, for other causes sometimes Atrovent Nasal Spray is helpful, although very drying. If it's a frequent problem, it's worth finding out the root cause from your doctor.
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Dr. Gary Stevenanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 32 years experience
Ipratroprium spray: The best way to stop a nose that is producing clear, thin, watery secretions is ipratroprium bromide, a generic nasal spray. The 0.03% strength works well for the drippy nose from eating, cold air, or exercise, and the 0.06% works better for the runny nose associated with a cold. Ask your doctor for a prescription for it, if s/he thinks it's appropriate for your situation.
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Dr. Brian Novickanswered
Allergy and Immunology 45 years experience
If due to an allergy: Try allegra. Claritin (loratadine) or zyrtec. Just read the labels. If it continues, see an allergist.
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Dr. David Shulananswered
Allergy and Immunology 43 years experience
Depends on the cause: A runny nose can be from allergies, a condition with reflexes causing a runny nose (vasomotor rhinorhea), a common cold, rarely head trauma can cause a leak of cerebrospinal fluid. Except for the leak, Ipratropium Bromide Nasal Spray is very effective for a runny nose. Allergies can respond to antihistamines, nasal steroid sprays or antihistamine sprays.
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Dr. Linda Greenanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 47 years experience
Antihistamines: Antihistamine pills may help such as Claritin (loratadine) or zyrtec. If symptoms persist call your doctor as prescription medicines are also available.
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Neti pot 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 A.M.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
How can you stop a runny nose at school?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Michael Zacharisenanswered
Allergy and Immunology 35 years experience
Identify the trigger: There are many causes of runny nose including infections and allergies. If the trigger can be identified, then it may be possible to remove or avoid the trigger. Otherwise, medications may be necessary. An allergist can review the symptoms and exposures and if necessary pursue testing to find the cause and find relief!
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Do decongestants stop a runny nose?
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Dr. Michael Zacharisenanswered
Allergy and Immunology 35 years experience
They can: Oral decongestants such as sudafed (pseudoephedrine) can have a drying effect on the nose, mouth and eyes. This is from the anticholinergic effects. Even though decongestants are for decreasing congestion this drying side effect can be helpful for some and problematic for other people.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
How can I stop a runny nose after rhinoplasty?
4 doctor answers • 8 doctors weighed in
Dr. Mark Louryanswered
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 41 years experience
Is it only one side: I agree with the previous answer. Just make sure that is not watery and coming from only one side as that could indicate a spinal fluid leak which carries the risk if meningitis. Consult your surgeon.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
Best remedy to stop a runny nose?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Lee Perryanswered
Allergy and Immunology 19 years experience
Depends: It really depends on the cause of your runny nose. If you have a cold, it is best to just be patient. If the symptoms are due to allergy, available treatments include oral antihistamines, prescription nasal sprays, and allergy shots.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Ways to stop a runny nose fast?
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Dr. Lee Perryanswered
Allergy and Immunology 19 years experience
Depends on the cause: The easiest way to dry up a runny nose is with over-the-counter antihistamines (zyrtec (cetirizine) or allegra). However, just treating the runny nose does not help you with identifying the cause of the symptoms.
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