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Decongestants for Allergic Rhinitis
Examples
Many Reference over-the-counter Opens New Window decongestants are available. The following are a few examples:
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Decongestants are available as nasal sprays, liquids, and pills.
In some states, medicines containing pseudoephedrine (such as Sudafed) are kept behind the pharmacist's counter or require a prescription. You may need to ask the pharmacist for it or have a prescription from your doctor to buy the medicine.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: May 14, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Reference Rohit K Katial, MD - Allergy and Immunology |
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