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Nasal sprays are medical products that are applied to the nose as a spray and are used to treat or prevent various nasal problems.
There are several types of nasal sprays, each with specific purposes. Here are some of them:
Nasal decongestant sprays:
Scop: Reduce nasal congestion by reducing the swelling of blood vessels in the nasal mucosa.
Active ingredients: They often contain substances such as oxymetazoline or phenylephrine.
Use: They are effective in the short term and can be used to ease breathing in case of cold, allergies or sinusitis. However, long-term use can cause the rebound effect, where congestion returns once use is stopped.
Saline nasal sprays:
Scop: Moisturizes and cleans the nasal passages, helping to eliminate secretions.
Active ingredientse: Saline solutions which may include sodium chloride.
Use: Can be used regularly to keep nasal passages moist and help manage nasal congestion naturally. They are also often recommended for nasal hygiene.
Spray-uri corticosteroid nazale:
Scop: They reduce inflammation in the nasal mucosa, being effective in treating allergic rhinitis and other inflammatory conditions of the nose.
Active ingredients: Corticosteroids such as fluticasone, budesonide or mometasone.
Use: They are recommended for the long-term treatment of allergic rhinitis or other inflammatory nasal conditions. It often takes a few days to start taking full effect.
Antihistamine nasal sprays:
Purpose: Reduce allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching and runny nose.
Active ingredients: Antihistamines such as azelastine or olopatadine.
Use: Can be used to treat seasonal or perennial allergy symptoms. They are effective in reducing local allergic reactions.
Antimicrobial or antiseptic nasal sprays:
Scop: Fight bacteria or viruses in the nasal passages.
Active ingredients: May include substances such as povidone-iodine, colloidal silver or other antimicrobial substances.
Use: They can be used in situations where increased hygiene is desired or to help prevent colds.
It is important to consult a doctor or pharmacist before using any nasal spray, especially long-term or with pre-existing medical conditions. The right choice of nasal spray depends on the specific symptoms and their underlying cause.
Rebound congestion is a phenomenon that occurs when a person who regularly uses decongestant nasal sprays experiences a paradoxical reaction. More precisely, when the decongestant effect of the spray fades, the nasal mucosa reacts with more pronounced inflammation and congestion than before using the spray. This reaction is one of the obvious signs of dependence on nasal sprays and can cause the patient in question to continue using the spray, to combat this discomfort.
Addiction, also known as medicinal rhinitis, occurs when sprays are used long-term, much more than is recommended by the doctor or manufacturer. They thus become an integral part of the daily routine, and stopping use can become difficult, due to severe symptoms of congestion. As addiction develops, nasal symptoms may become more severe when trying to reduce or stop using the spray. This can create a vicious circle, as affected people may experience anxiety if they do not have access to the decongestant product or if the effects are not what they expect.
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2024-01-20 11:03:45
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