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Flying in 3 days, ear congested after resp bug last wk - taking allegrad, mucinex, (guaifenesin) fluticasone, azelastine. anything i can do to clear this ear before flying?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Nasal decongestant: You may try an OTC nasal decongestant just prior to boarding the plane. This may not solve all of your problem but would be your best bet.

Answered 2/26/2016

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Dr. Robert Olsen answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes, but some cost: AS you didn't state dosages, be sure you're taking maximum dosages-check with pharmacist re this. If still a problem, consider asking your physician for a brief course of corticosteroids which you will need to begin at least 24 hours before your flight. NOTE: there are some medical and psychiatric conditions for which such a treatment would be problematic--if so ,best delay your flight.

Answered 8/13/2015

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