| Medicines that can cause palpitations include asthma inhalers and decongestants. |
| Treatment usually consists of antihistamines, decongestants, nasal sprays, eye drops and, occasionally, desensitisation or steroid jabs. |
| Because oral decongestants elevate blood pressure, avoid them if you have high blood pressure. |
| Don't use medicated nose drops, sprays, or decongestants without first checking with your health care provider. |
| Often, the condition can be controlled with decongestants, antihistamines, and nasal corticosteroid sprays and sometimes antibiotics. |
| Research has shown that cold and allergy medications such as antihistamines and decongestants are not helpful in preventing them. |
