Products Numerous nasal sprays containing vasoconstrictive agents are commercially available. Among the best known are xylometazoline (Otrivin, generic) and oxymetazoline (Nasivin). In addition to sprays, nasal drops and nasal gels are also available. Decongestants for the nose have been available since the early 20th century (Sneader, 2005). As early as the 1940s, rhinitis medicamentosa was … Decongestant Nasal Sprays
Symptoms Possible symptoms associated with dry nasal mucosa include crusting, the formation of mucus with a high viscosity, nosebleeds, rhinitis, disorders of the sense of smell, inflammation, and obstruction, i.e., restricted nasal breathing. Itching and mild burning may also occur, according to the literature. The stuffy nose is very uncomfortable, especially at night, and can … Dry Nose
Products Oxymetazoline is commercially available in the form of nasal drops and as a nasal spray with or without a preservative (Nasivin, Vicks Sinex). It has been approved in many countries since 1972. Oxymetazoline is also used to treat rosacea; see oxymetazoline cream. Structure and properties Oxymetazoline (C16H24N2O, Mr = 260.4 g/mol) is present in … Oxymetazoline
Products Phenylephrine is commercially available in the form of eye drops (Neosynephrine-POS 5%). Structure and properties Phenylephrine(C9H13NO2, Mr = 167.2 g/mol) is a derivative of epinephrine. It exists as phenylephrine hydrochloride, a white crystalline powder that is readily soluble in water. The drug contains the pure -enantiomer. Effects Phenylephrine (ATC S01FB01) has mydriatic and vasoconstrictor … Phenylephrine Eye Drops
Introduction A burning sensation in the nose is an unpleasant feeling in the nose, often caused by an irritated nasal mucosa. A burning sensation in the nose is usually associated with other symptoms such as sneezing or sniffing and occurs as a concomitant of colds or allergies. However, a too dry nasal mucosa can also … Burning in the nose
Therapy If you have a burning sensation in your nose, there are a number of ways to relieve the discomfort. A burning nose without other accompanying symptoms is often caused by a too dry nasal mucosa. In such cases, it can help to moisten the nose with special nasal sprays containing hyaluronic acid to relieve … Therapy | Burning in the nose
