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A female asked:

I was sick 3 wks ago- doc prescribed amoxicillin. improved, but have had a post nasal drip ,throat clearing and cough . what otc nasal spray is best?

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Dr. Charles Gordon
Specializes in Adolescent Medicine
Viral or allergic ca: The cause of your post nasal drip and subsequent throat clearing is almost certainly mucus generated in your nose secondary to either an allergy or a viral infection. Your response to the amoxicillin was most likely serendipitous. There are many nasal sprays. There is no one best spray. There are pluses and minuses to each. Discuss them with your doctor.
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