After the Afrin proved to be problematic, I started using the NeilMed
Sinus Rinse, and though it isn't as effective as Afrin, it is much
safer.
On Mon, Jan 4, 2010 at 9:14 PM, <Mowog1@aol.com> wrote:
> In a message dated 1/4/2010 8:58:41 P.M. Central Standard Time,
> tequila.brad@gmail.com writes:
>
> Afrin had the same effect on me. My sinuses seemed to become "hooked"
> on it, and if I stopped using it, even after the cold was gone, my
> sinuses would stuff up again, until the residual wore off. I rarely
> use it now, only in extreme instances, as I am aware of the "weaning
> off" afterward.
>
>
> That's called "rebound congestion"...and is exactly how one becomes
> "addicted" to Afrin. I council patients to use it only for three days, and
> if possible at bedtime only (to provide some sleep). (I use Afrin
> personally, but ONLY at bedtime)
>
> Most folks find that if they use it continually, it will work for 10-12
> hours for a couple of days....then 8-10 hours for a couple of days....then
> 6-8 hours....you see the pattern. I have one patient who keeps a bottle in
> his pants pocket 24/7/365....and has done so since the early 80's.
>
> I recommend saline nasal sprays (ie - Ocean) during the day; Sudafed if you
> can take it (it may raise blood pressure and heart rate, so be careful).
>
> rick
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