Risks of nasal decongestant spray overuse need to be made clearer, says RPS The Royal Pharmaceutical Society said manufacturers must make the seven-day limit for nasal decongestant sprays clear, owing to the risk of dependency.…
Over-the-counter nasal sprays reduce symptom duration in at-risk patients, study results suggest Antibiotic use was also reduced in all intervention groups.…
How to counsel patients on the administration of nasal sprays, drops and ointments and performing nasal irrigation Pharmacists and pharmacy teams must ensure patients understand how best to use their nasal preparations to ensure optimal delivery to resolve symptoms and prevent side effects.…
Intranasal steroids underused in chronic sinusitis Topical intranasal steroids are underused among patients with chronic rhinosinusitis, a Canadian study has revealed. …
Causes and treatment of nosebleedsNosebleeds can involve a scary amount of blood but rarely present a serious threat. Andrew Haynes explores the possible causes and the best treatments.…