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Decongestant for blocked nose
Dear sir/Madam,kindly suggest safe & effective decongestant that can be used daily for blocked nose other than steroid spray,I am suffering from allergy rhinitis and taking montek lc 1 tablet daily.
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Dont use decongestant drop for long time it may cause problem
Avoid allergen
Steam inhalation twice daily
Avoid cold items
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Dr. Samvartika Somvanshi
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
12 yrs exp
Lucknow
Decongestant drops are not safe for long term use, they it self on term use causes rhinitis like symptoms. Sometime oral decongestants might helpful.otherwise montek lc with steroids spray is a good option.
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Avoid allergens, boost your body immunity with the help of healthy food, lifestyle and meditation.Can take Himalaya's tab septillin twice daily for some months for it.
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if necessary take tab solvin twice daily for 5 days in a stretch.
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Dr. Shreya Mahendra
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
8 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Steroid spray is good enough along with montek lc and can be used for a long duration safely. Avoid use of decongestant drops. Not safe for a long time use.
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