Suggest Treatment For Nasal Congestion

Posted on Tue, 9 Feb 2016

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Question : hi i have had the flu since the 3rd XXXXXXX 2016. It keeps going and coming. Have been to the doctor. Based on a blood test was told it was a bacterial infection and was given an antibiotics ceroxim 500mg for 5 days.
However i have a nasal congestion that is not going. Was given cerizine for 10 days. this has also finished. Can't take decongestion medication as i am hypertensive.
Could you advise. Thanks

Answered by Dr. Hariom Sharma (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You can take local nasal decongestant under supervision

Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,

I have gone through your query and understand the concerns. In this context I feel you can consider local nasal decongestant such as Xylometazoline or oxymetazoline nasal drops two drops three times a day for five days under the supervision of your doctor. Local medication have much less side effect and very minimal systemic effects. I am sure these won't alter your blood pressures significantly.

Alternatively you should also consider steam inhalation and hypotonic Nasowash nasal wash if you have crusting or nasal discharge.

Regards
Dr Hariom Sharma

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad