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Is it safe to use a steriod nasal spray after taking a 2 day course of decongestant pills?
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Steroid nasal: sprays can help to decongest and reduce inflammation with enlarged turbinates in the nasal passage. They are not meant to be used long term, just like oxymetazoline (Afrin) sprays are not meant to be used for >2 days. I would not use steroid nasal spray for more than 2 days as well.
Answered 10/25/2015
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