Which nasal spray is best for sinusitis?

Nasal steroid sprays such as Flonase® (fluticasone), Nasacort ®(triamcinolone) or Rhinocort® (budesonide) and Sensimyst® will help to reduce nasal and sinus inflammation.

What if nasal spray goes down throat?

Mild throat irritation is another common side effect, which can result from dripping of the medication down the back of throat due to incorrect position of the head or breathing in too quickly when pumping the medication (snorting the medication).

How to use nasal spray for cold relief?

Now take these steps: Block one nostril by pressing a finger against it lightly. Put your thumb at the bottom of the pump bottle. The hole at the top of the bottle should be underneath your open nostril. Squeeze the pump and breathe in gently. Then switch to the other side and repeat the process.

Which is the best nasal spray for sinusitis?

Corticosteroid nasal sprays relieve the symptoms of sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, non-allergic (perennial) rhinitis, and hay fever by reducing histamine production and inflammation in the nasal passages.

What kind of Nasal Spray can I use without a prescription?

Salt-water solutions. They’re also called “saline” nasal sprays, and you can buy them without a prescription. They loosen up your mucus and keep it from getting crusty. Since they don’t contain any medications, feel free to use them as often as you like. Steroid nasal sprays. You can get these over the counter or with a prescription.

Are there any side effects to nasal sprays for children?

A lot of over-the-counter decongestants, including these sprays, aren’t recommended for children. Read the labels carefully and talk to your pediatrician. You might want to avoid some nasal sprays if you have high blood pressure, a heart condition, diabetes, thyroid problems, or urinary problems from an enlarged prostate.