Nasal Decongestants

Oxymetazoline

Rhinitis

Orbital blowout fracture

Naphazoline

Common cold

Sexually induced sneezing

Dextroamphetamine

Amphetamine

Oxymetazoline

Adderall

Equipment of an American combat medic

Topical decongestant

Cold medicine

Pseudoephedrine

Topical medication

Alpha-adrenergic agonist

Nasal congestion

Sinusitis

Ephedrine

Sanamacha Chanu

Phenylephrine

Fenoxazoline

Iproheptine

Benadryl

Allergen

Nasal spray

Decongestant

Space medicine

Propylhexedrine

Alternobaric vertigo

Levomethamphetamine

Metizoline

Congestion11

• On Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023 advisers to the Food and Drug Administration said that a different ingredient, phenylephrine, is ineffective at relieving nasal congestion. (wreg.com)
• The term decongestant refers mainly to certain medications used to treat congestion of the nasal mucosa caused by infection or allergy in colds, rhinitis, or sinusitis (active congestion). (hellosites.net)
• These decongestants effectively and quickly treat uncomfortable symptoms due to nasal congestion, such as a blocked nose, runny nose, and difficulty breathing. (hellosites.net)
• Decongestants reduce nasal congestion by inducing peripheral vasoconstriction in the skin and mucosa. (hellosites.net)
• Activation of alpha-1 receptors reduces blood volume in the nasal mucosa, leading to a decrease in congestion. (hellosites.net)
• which relieves nasal congestion and protects against sinusitis. (frezyderm.com)
• But FDA reviewers said their latest assessment reflects new testing insights into how quickly phenylephrine is metabolized when taken by mouth, leaving only trace levels that reach nasal passages to relieve congestion. (fox35orlando.com)
• While writing an article on the health effects of sex and masturbation a while back, I came across a paper titled "Ejaculation as a Potential Treatment of Nasal Congestion in Mature Males" that hypothesized a connection between orgasm and nasal decongestion. (sexandpsychology.com)
• Ejaculation as a potential treatment of nasal congestion in mature males. (sexandpsychology.com)
• A 21-year-old college student presents with 7 days of sinus pressure, nasal congestion, coryza, itchy/watery eyes, and a scratchy sensation in his throat. (medscape.com)
• Children can nose and nasal congestion, a decongestant nasal spray have lasting, thick nasal discharge for a long time without might make you feel better. (folkhalsomyndigheten.se)

Pseudoephedrine6

• FILE - Sudafed and other common nasal decongestants containing pseudoephedrine display behind the counter at a pharmacy. (komonews.com)
• FILE - Sudafed and other common nasal decongestants containing pseudoephedrine are on display behind the counter at Hospital Discount Pharmacy in Edmond, Okla., Jan. 11, 2005. (wreg.com)
• The FDA assembled its outside advisers to take another look at phenylephrine, which became the main drug in over-the-counter decongestants when medicines with an older ingredient - pseudoephedrine - were moved behind pharmacy counters. (wreg.com)
• That would likely force consumers to switch to the behind-the-counter pseudoephedrine products or to phenylephrine-based nasal sprays and drops. (wreg.com)
• It is recommended over oral systemic decongestants such as pseudoephedrine during breastfeeding. (nih.gov)
• Some authors report as a possible aetiology the use of substances as pseudoephedrine in nasal decongestants and environmental toxins. (bvsalud.org)

Phenylephrine11

• Going back to 2015, there was a citizen's petition to remove phenylephrine from the over-the-counter drugs in the U.S. Back then, researchers had studies showing that as an oral decongestant, it's completely ineffective. (krvs.org)
• That would likely force consumers to switch to the behind-the-counter pills or to nasal sprays and drops that contain phenylephrine, which are not under review. (abc27.com)
• The group's negative opinion opens the door for the FDA to pull phenylephrine from a federal list of decongestants deemed effective for over-the-counter pills and liquids. (statedpodcast.com)
• The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is deliberating about removing the designation "generally recognized as safe and effective," or "GRASE," for the common ingredient known as phenylephrine in popular nasal decongestants after an advisory panel to the agency found on Tuesday the drug is ineffective when taken orally. (dcnewsusa.com)
• Companies may be required to remove oral decongestants containing phenylephrine from shelves or reformulate them without the ingredient. (dcnewsusa.com)
• The FDA held this advisory committee meeting to seek input from the advisory committee on new data on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine as a nasal decongestant that have become available since the agency last examined the issue," an FDA spokesperson told Fox News Digital. (dcnewsusa.com)
• The 16-member committee unanimously voted "no" to the following question: "Do the current scientific data that were presented support that the monograph dosage of orally administered phenylephrine is effective as a nasal decongestant? (dcnewsusa.com)
• The FDA previously reviewed the topic in 2007, ultimately deciding to keep the drug on the market at the time - despite a systemic review that year finding "insufficient evidence that oral phenylephrine is effective for nonprescription use as a decongestant. (dcnewsusa.com)
• Since 2007, several large placebo-controlled trials provide more definitive research that there is no evidence that standard and higher doses of oral phenylephrine relieves nasal decongestion. (dcnewsusa.com)
• There should be no concern on the part of patients since there are many effective alternatives, including a topical nasal spray containing phenylephrine. (dcnewsusa.com)
• Spraying phenylephrine, or the longer acting oxymetazoline, directly into the nose produces about 1 million times more drug in the nasal mucosa than swallowing it," he added. (dcnewsusa.com)

Spray10

• Spray for cleansing and moisturizing the nasal cavity, for the relief of cold symptoms and the protection of the nasal epithelium from dryness. (frezyderm.com)
• Innovative Spray liquid which is converted tο protective Gel in nasal mucosa. (frezyderm.com)
• Spray for cleansing and moisturizing the nasal cavity. (frezyderm.com)
• Spray for cleansing the nasal cavity for the relief of cold symptoms. (frezyderm.com)
• Each participant also provided data on nasal function before and after the use of a nasal decongestant spray as a comparison condition. (sexandpsychology.com)
• In other words, nasal flow was worse prior to both orgasm and spray use, but it improved immediately after and remained better for up to an hour. (sexandpsychology.com)
• However, after three hours, nasal functioning was still improved with the use of the spray, but it had returned to baseline in the orgasm condition. (sexandpsychology.com)
• Corticosteroid nasal spray indicated for allergic rhinitis. (medscape.com)
• These include topically as a nasal spray, as eye drops to dilate pupils, and intravenously into the bloodstream to reverse low blood pressure during surgery. (dcnewsusa.com)
• Use a decongestant or saline nasal spray. (cdc.gov)

Topical5

• Topical nasal decongestants, oral decongestants, nasal steroids, and antihistamines can be used to treat ETD. (medscape.com)
• Decongestant medications come in various oral forms (tablets, capsules, sachets) or topical use (nasal drops or sprays). (hellosites.net)
• Depending on the indication, satisfactory nasal anesthesia may be obtained by the use of topical sprays and pledgets, local injections, regional nerve blocks, or a combination of these. (medscape.com)
• Nasal anesthetic block is most commonly obtained by a combination of topical and infiltration techniques. (medscape.com)
• First, topical agents may be sprayed, followed by placement into the nasal cavity of cotton pledgets soaked in topical agents. (medscape.com)

Nose6

• The leading decongestant used by millions of Americans looking for relief from a stuffy nose is likely no better than a dummy pill, according to government experts who reviewed the latest research on the long-questioned drug ingredient. (komonews.com)
• For example, growths on the lining of the nose or sinuses, known as nasal polyps. (cdc.gov)
• The understanding of nasal innervation can be simplified by dividing it into the internal (mucosal) and external (skin) aspects of the nose. (medscape.com)
• [ 1 ] The external nose is innervated by the ophthalmic (V1) and maxillary (V2) nerves, which are the first 2 divisions of the trigeminal nerve (cranial nerve V). The superior aspect of the nose, including the tip, is supplied by the infratrochlear nerve (V1), the supratrochlear nerve (V1), and the external nasal branch of the anterior ethmoid nerve (V1). (medscape.com)
• For a more complete discussion of nasal anatomy, see Nose Anatomy. (medscape.com)
• If needed, the external nose is anesthetized by blocking the external nasal branch of the anterior ethmoid nerve, the infraorbital nerve, and the nasopalatine nerves. (medscape.com)

Steroids1

• He had a similar presentation a year ago that resolved after treatment with a variety of medications, including decongestants, nasal steroids, and antibiotics. (medscape.com)

Drops3

• If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.To apply nasal drops, wash your hands first. (medicinenet.com)
• Check the product package or consult with your doctor or pharmacist about whether these nasal drops can be used in children.During pregnancy , this medication should be used only when clearly needed. (medicinenet.com)
• If the baby has a bad cold, you can use decongestant drops, but only if these have been prescribed by your doctor. (chiedimidipiumamma.it)

Antibiotics3

• Reduced Use of Antibiotics and Nasal Decongestants During Treatment with a Mouthwash Containing Delmopinol. (bvsalud.org)
• In this paper , the number of treatments of different types of concomitant medication ( antibiotics , nasal decongestants and others) was used as a basis for statistical comparisons between the different test groups. (bvsalud.org)
• The delmopinol HCl 0.2% solution in patients with gingivitis provided a statistically significant reduction of concomitant use of antibiotics and nasal decongestants . (bvsalud.org)

Cavity4

• To stimulate the olfactory receptors, airborne molecules must pass through the nasal cavity with relatively turbulent air currents and contact the receptors. (medscape.com)
• The internal nasal cavity may be subdivided into the nasal septum, the lateral walls, and the cribriform plate. (medscape.com)
• The sphenopalatine ganglion (V2) is located at the posterior end of the middle turbinate and innervates the posterior nasal cavity. (medscape.com)
• Innervation of the nasal cavity. (medscape.com)

Antihistamines1

• Allergies can be treated with nasal steroid sprays, antihistamines, or allergy shots. (medlineplus.gov)

Oral3

• Those original versions of Sudafed and other medicines remain available without a prescription, but they're less popular and account for about one-fifth of the $2.2 billion market for oral decongestants. (wreg.com)
• Oral decongestants are effective in stopping the main symptoms of a cold quickly. (hellosites.net)
• These original versions of Sudafed and other medications remain available without a prescription, but are less popular and represent about a fifth of the $2.2 billion market for oral decongestants. (someviral.com)

Medication1

• The author of that paper argued that an ejaculatory orgasm is likely to have similar effects to taking a nasal decongestant because, like that medication, orgasm temporarily stimulates the sympathetic nervous system and causes vasoconstriction (a narrowing of blood vessels) [1]. (sexandpsychology.com)

Cough1

• Nasal decongestants are something very common these days and are used quite often for treating cough, and cold. (healthwire.co)

Medications1

• It was suggested that orgasm might therefore offer an alternative-and potentially healthier-treatment option for nasal issues because decongestant medications can have unwanted side effects and, if used too long, can actually worsen symptoms. (sexandpsychology.com)

Mucus2

• In case of infectious rhinopharyngitis, allergic rhinitis (hay fever), or sinusitis, an inflammatory process and local irritation of the nasal mucous membrane trigger sneezing and hypersecretion of mucus responsible for the nasal discharge or obstruction. (hellosites.net)
• This process requires two operations: nasal wash and mucus suction. (chiedimidipiumamma.it)

Septum2

• The olfactory neuroepithelium is located at the upper area of each nasal chamber adjacent to the cribriform plate, superior nasal septum, and superior-lateral nasal wall. (medscape.com)
• The pledgets are removed after 5-10 minutes, and a solution of 1% lidocaine with 1:100,000 epinephrine may be injected along the nasal septum, lateral walls, and floor depending on the target area. (medscape.com)

Decongestion1

• Nasal Decongestion Products by FREZYDERM for free breathing from the first application. (frezyderm.com)

Discharge2

• Activation of alpha-2 receptors decreases blood flow in the capillaries and reduces the extracellular fluid associated with rhinorrhea (nasal discharge). (hellosites.net)
• usually experience thick nasal discharge that lasts for There is no medicine that can cure a cold. (folkhalsomyndigheten.se)

Sinusitis1

• The patient saw an ENT specialist who diagnosed him with acute sinusitis and prescribed an inhaled nasal steroid and 14 days of levofloxacin at 500 mg orally once per day. (medscape.com)

Posterior1

• The superior inner aspect of the lateral nasal wall is supplied by the anterior and posterior ethmoid nerves (V1). (medscape.com)

Passages2

• Keeping their nasal passages clear and clean is therefore an important part of the daily hygiene routine. (chiedimidipiumamma.it)
• When we have a cold, the immune system sends white blood cells to fight the infection in our nasal passages. (dcnewsusa.com)

Allergic1

• This nasal steroid is useful in ETD especially in patients who are also diagnosed with allergic rhinitis. (medscape.com)

Symptoms2

• Some reported symptoms of using nasal decongestants include nausea, vomiting, seizures, sudden onset of severe headache, confusion and visual disturbances. (healthwire.co)
• While "the potential risk is considered to be very rare," the MHRA has advised people to discontinue the use of nasal decongestants and seek medical advice immediately in case the symptoms appear. (healthwire.co)

Wash1

• The nasal wash can be carried out using a normal saline solution (water and sodium chloride) or sea water rich in mineral salts and trace elements, available in single-dose bottles or larger containers. (chiedimidipiumamma.it)

Medicines1

• But he says the markets would adjust, and the good news is that there are other over-the-counter medicines that are effective as nasal decongestants, including nasal sprays, so people would have alternative options, A. (krvs.org)

Allergies1

• However, Nasal decongestants - which are also used in allergies - may be linked to seizures and stroke. (healthwire.co)

Treatment1

• Because of these effects, nasal decongestant solutions should be used for short-term treatment and require a doctor's prescription. (hellosites.net)

Inflammatory1

• may decrease number and activity of inflammatory cells, resulting in decreased nasal inflammation. (medscape.com)

Common2

• Nasal anesthesia is required for the management of common routine and emergency procedures. (medscape.com)
• These include nasal examination, nasotracheal intubation, management of nasal and facial trauma, increasingly common office-based sinonasal procedures, and management of facial and nasal abscesses. (medscape.com)

Drug1

• NASAL side effects, medical uses, and drug interactions. (medicinenet.com)

Relief1

• So for those seeking temporary nasal relief, an orgasm just might help for a bit. (sexandpsychology.com)

Work1

• That said, these findings suggest that orgasm is a potential nasal decongestant and that it appears to work just as well as nasal sprays, at least for up to an hour. (sexandpsychology.com)

Reduce1

• To reduce discomfort while performing a nasal block, several modifications can be employed. (medscape.com)

Medical1

• Participants obtained measures of nasal function themselves in their own homes using a portable medical device. (sexandpsychology.com)