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Asked for male, 46 years old from Vaishali
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U should not use otrivin nasal drops bcz on long term use causes side effect in form of rebound phenomenon called rhinitis medicamentosa that means persistent nasal block for which it is used. Instead of that use flomist nasal spray twice a day for 2 weeks and steam inhalation also twice a day.
Asked for male, 34 years old from Visakhapatnam
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MBBS, Diploma In Otorhinolaryngology (DL...read more
ENT Specialist•Bangalore
No. You need to meet an ENT Specialist immediately as it is probably a nasal or sinus infection causing crusting that is blocking your nostrils. Otrinoz will only worsen your discomfort.
Asked for male, 26 years old from Chennai
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Hi, good morning. You can use normal saline instead as you have been using nasal spray for many years, you have actually become dependent on this. Homeopathy offers safe and rapid cure not only for your sinusitis, gastric conditions but also for your sulphur and dust allergy. Call in personal chat to discuss and start your treatment.
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Decongestant sprays like nasivion or otrivin are available over the counter but can be extremely harmful. Please read to avoid. Most dnss contain oxymetazoline (afrin and generic brands). They work by constricting blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dns are best for colds, flus, or other short-term problems. When you re congested, it s because your nasal passages are swollen. This makes them feel blocked. The swelling leads to increased mucus production, which causes a runny nose. When dnss shr...more
Asked for male, 21 years old from Jhunjhunu
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Homeopathy Doctor•Hyderabad
Itching of your nose. Very effective treatment is available in homoeopathy for this chronic problem. Homeopathic treatment is painless and safe. No side effects. You need comprehensive treatment and it takes some time. Please start taking homeopathic medicine, preliminary dose arsenicum album 200-once daily in the morning for 5 days. Book online appointment/consultation with me (commencing from text consult rs 149, audio/phone-rs 300) for further more comprehensive prescription and treatment.
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Asked for male, 21 years old from Jalandhar
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Asked for male, 26 years old from Howrah
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Using otrivin for nasal polyps is the worst thing you could do. Moreover you have done it daily for the past 4 years. Read about rebound congestion due to nasal decngestants and rhinitis medicamentosa. You need a complete sino-nasal evaluation with an allergy testing. Do get in touch with me to find out how to go about with your problem.
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Asked for Male, 44 years old from Bhubaneswar
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As you have no side effects now you try to stop it and check your nose for block. Using levocet m tab will hlep in allergic block this medication provides only temporary relief. Do not use more often, use more sprays, or use longer than directed because doing so may increase the risk of side effects. Also, do not use this medication for more than 3 days or it may cause a condition called rebound congestion. Symptoms of rebound congestion include long-term redness and swelling inside the nose and...more
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