Afrin

Afrin is a nasal spray par excellence, relieving nasal congestion almost immediately. It is more effective than the oral preparations and its benefit lasts for hours. It relieves swelling whatever the cause - allergy, irritants, or infections.

Afrin is not a corticosteroid; it is a vasoconstrictor –pooled secretions are squeezed from the area, relieving congestion and opening the nose.

On the downside is a tendency to over rely on Afrin. Particularly at bedtime, on lying down, congestion peaks, resulting in difficult breathing. The temptation to reach for Afrin is great, thereby sowing the seed for abuse. Afrin surely is addicting. Many have succumbed to the inclination; earning the title: Afrinoholic.

Other products like Afrin, include, 4-Way Spray, Neosynephrine, and Vicks. Each is a decongestant and wholly different from another preparation, saline, (Salt water), a moisturizer, which is recommended for dry, irritated noses, and is well recommended and is not addicting.

Bill Ziering

Rx365  A Year of Tips for the Successful Medical Practice