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A member asked:

What can help nasal stuffiness related to uri?.already taking neo-synephrine, but is not helping too much.

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Mucinex (guaifenesin): Mucinex (guaifenesin) may be better otc choice for stuffiness and to help control postnasal drip. Lasts 12 hours and available in drug store or supermarket.

Dr Hadied and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/20/2012

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Nasal saline spray: No real side effects and can be quite helpful with congestion symptoms.

Dr Maes agreed

Answered 9/1/2013

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