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Stuffed nose and oxymetazoline

2025-12-20 21:48:24
I have stuffed nose entire winter. I can't sleep without using nasal spray like otrivin or nasivion. I am afraid I am overusing it, i use it like a drop. Can it cause any problems if used regularly?
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You should not use more than 7-10 days.....if u r using regularly it will cause drug induced rhinitis(Rhinitis Medicamentosa). Nose will be stuffy , and congestion worsen(Rebound congestion).
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immediately stop this Decongestant nasal drop or spray(oxymetazoline or xylometazoline). consult ENT surgeon steroid spray and saline rinses will help your situation

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