How Do You Use Nasal Sprays To Treat Pollen Allergies?
You can’t breathe, and the sinus pressure is unbearable. If you have seasonal pollen allergies, you may need more than oral antihistamines and decongestants. Nasal sprays (both steroidal and non-steroidal) may be effective additions to your allergy arsenal, sending medicine directly to the sinuses. Educate yourself about nasal sprays. Nasal decongestants help relieve sinus inflammation and allow drainage. Currently, there is only one available nasal antihistamine, and it requires a prescription. Some of the more commonly prescribed allergy nasal sprays are steroids. Be aware that steroidal nasal sprays may take several days to build up and cause noticeable effects. You typically will not get immediate results from nasal steroids. Make an appointment with your primary-care physician or allergist to discuss the best nasal sprays for your pollen allergies. If you decide to use an over-the-counter spray before you see your doctor, try a saline-based spray designed to treat your sinuses by
