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What is the fastest way you get rid of a runny stuffy nose when cough drops or vicks vaporise rub doesn't work ?

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Dr. Luis Villaplana answered

Fastest?: Nasal sprays/ sudafed/ antihistamines.

Dr Brown agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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