NPS MedicineWise has posted a special page on managing hay fever symptoms making reference to antihistamines, corticosteroids, decongestants and a new entrant, saline drops or spray.
While antihistamines are helpful for mild hayfever symptoms, corticosteroids get the nod for preventing nasal congestion but decongestants such as oxymetazoline should only be used for a few days to avoid the risk of rebound congestion.
Newly highlighted by NPS is the use of saline drops or spray, such as Flo saline irrigation products, which "may also be useful to wash away pollen in the nose and help with a blocked or stuffy nose".
In addition, ENT Technologies says that a preservative-free nasal saline does not adversely impact microbiomes, an important consideration in the fight against antibiotic resistance.
See PAGE 4 today for more information about Flo Saline Plus.
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