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Is it ok to use afrin for a few days longer if i'm only doing it once in the evening, and only one one side per night, and alternating which nostril i'm spraying? so essentially i am treating one side every other night?
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Be aware that the chemicals in this product work by "shrinking" the capillaries. Over time repeated chemical treatment will cause the capillaries to leak and bogginess of the nasal passages to resist any treatment. You may be able to get by with what you are doing or may not. Using an OTC nasal steroid may provide better long term help.
Answered 12/2/2022
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