Decongestants are a type of medication that helps clear a stuffy nose or nasal congestion. You may need a decongestant to reduce stuffiness and breathe easier if you have a cold or allergies.

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Using a nasal saline spray can increase the moisture in your nostrils. Some saline sprays also include decongestant medication. Talk with your doctor before you begin using saline sprays with ...

Medics have warned of rising numbers of people becoming hooked on nasal decongestant sprays, which sometimes results in disturbing facial disfigurements. The sprays, available for less than £4 ...

Rebound congestion can happen when decongestant nasal sprays are used for longer than seven days. Prolonged use irritates the inside of the nose, causing it to swell up and feel blocked - relieved ...

Background: We studied the pharmacology of l-methamphetamine, the less abused isomer, when used as a nasal decongestant. Methods: 12 subjects self-administered l-methamphetamine from a ...