A 39-year-old male asked:
will gradual increases in dosages of reactine (zyrtec) eventually cause rebound congestion? thanks.
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Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered
33 years experience Allergy and Immunology
No : Rebound nasal congestion is most commonly seen with topical nasal decongestants such as oxymetazoline as found in afrin nasaly spray. Antihistamines are not associated with rebound symptoms including congestion.
Answered on Dec 10, 2013
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Dr. Matthew Kozminski answered
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Safe but: No reason to avoid, but I'd might consider cold preparations with DM. In most states, have to sign for those but what I'd recommend.
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A 28-year-old male asked:
Dr. John Chiu answered
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Nasal steroid: Antihistamine alone does not decongest your nose although it may reduce the sneezing, runny nose, or itching. Consider a trial with nasal steroid. If ... Read More
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Dr. Al Hegab answered
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Neither: Better to see a doctor, meanwhile clear his nasal passages with saline, can be an upper respiratory tract infection, also keep him/her away from smoke ... Read More
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Dr. Tanya Russo answered
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Cold meds in child: Over the counter cough and cold preparations are no longer FDA approved or recommended for children under the age of 2. Since your child is asthmatic ... Read More
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