Using a cool mist vaporizer or giving your child an over-the-counter decongestant medicine may help. |
Antihistamine and decongestant combinations are used to treat the nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by colds and hay fever. |
You may be given a decongestant spray or paste to reduce any inflammation in the nose. |
Over the counter antihistamines or antihistamine decongestant mixtures in long acting form work well for many people. |
Sudafed contains the nasal decongestant pseudoephedrine, which is structurally similar to ephedrine, yet they do have different properties. |
If you use a decongestant nasal spray for more than three days, watch out for rebound congestion, which makes you even more congested. |