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I used sinex for 2 weeks and stopped it cold turkey. able to breathe now but stuffy at night & very dry. how long does the rebound effect last for?

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Variable: Can take a few weeks and depends upon how long and how much you used it. Nasal steroids are often prescribed to reduce the symptoms of withdrawal.

Answered 1/30/2013

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A member asked:

I used sinex for 2 weeks and stopped it cold turkey. able to breathe now but stuffy at night & very dry. how long does the rebound effect last for?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dan Fisher answered

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