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could I become addicted to nasal sprays
Posted on 8/26/19 at 6:47 am
Posted on 8/26/19 at 6:47 am
Allergies have really been kicking my arse the last few weeks.
I've been using otc nasal decongestants several times a day.
Seems like I have to use them more often before they work.
I've been using otc nasal decongestants several times a day.
Seems like I have to use them more often before they work.
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Posted on 8/26/19 at 7:13 am to L1C4
My gramps was hooked on some Dristan nasal spray back in the day
Posted on 8/26/19 at 7:25 am to L1C4
I’ve been addicted to Afrin. Easy to do
Posted on 8/26/19 at 7:45 am to L1C4
Yes you can become dependent on afrin or Sudafed if you use it more than 5 days in a row.
Just switch to Flonase or Nasonex if it's allergies. You won't get addicted.
Just switch to Flonase or Nasonex if it's allergies. You won't get addicted.
This post was edited on 8/26/19 at 7:47 am
Posted on 8/26/19 at 8:17 am to L1C4
I used it daily for months after I moved to a new area and chalked it up to allergies, but it was the afrin's rebound congestion after a certain point. I cut it out cold turkey, and it took about 10 days to feel like I could breath again. You definitely should try and shake that habit!
Posted on 8/26/19 at 9:41 am to L1C4
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could I become addicted to nasal sprays
Absolutely. Nasal allergies suck, but those medicated sprays can become worse. Here's what I do: use simply saline instead of Afrin. Get Flonase for the really bad seasons.
Using saline instead of a medicated nose spray will help keep those nasal passages clear without the side effects.
Posted on 8/26/19 at 9:43 am to L1C4
Not supposed to use Afrin more than 5 days or so. It actually becomes counter-effective. You get rhinitis medicamentosa.
Posted on 8/26/19 at 10:30 am to L1C4
Affrin allergy works so well for me. I try not to use it more than the recommended 3 days in a row.
Posted on 8/27/19 at 7:45 am to Hu_Flung_Pu
Yes I’ve known a couple folks to get a deviated septum from using too much Afrin.
Posted on 8/27/19 at 11:10 am to L1C4
Yes, my brother is a crack head with his Afrin.
Posted on 8/27/19 at 4:48 pm to L1C4
switch to saline nasal sprays and you will be ok.
Posted on 8/28/19 at 8:53 am to L1C4
Yes you can be. If used regularly your body will adjust to it and cause you to be dependent on it.
Posted on 8/28/19 at 11:15 am to L1C4
I've recently started using Seagate Olive Leaf nasal spray. It's worked really well.
Posted on 8/29/19 at 3:45 pm to L1C4
I got addicted to one but it was some spray with fentanyl inside I got from a buddy. He's dead now though
Posted on 8/30/19 at 1:09 am to L1C4
Eat local honey everyday. I out it on my toast. My allergies are much better.
Posted on 9/8/19 at 8:01 pm to L1C4
Sinex 2 to 3 times a day for over 35 years now. It sucks arse
This post was edited on 9/8/19 at 8:02 pm
Posted on 9/9/19 at 9:49 am to L1C4
I had a problem getting sick every fall because of allergies. I started using Flonase last year during the fall and it went great. Just started back up.
I didnt have any issues quitting once December rolled around.
I didnt have any issues quitting once December rolled around.
Posted on 9/9/19 at 4:38 pm to L1C4
absolutely. My uncle was addicted to afrin. I'd advise you to stop immediately.
Posted on 9/10/19 at 8:40 pm to Capo Losi
Flonase isn’t addicting.
Posted on 9/13/19 at 5:44 pm to OysterPoBoy
Using otc to long and they will eliminate your sense of smell. Use only saline
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