How to Treat Sinus Infection in Children?
Treatment of sinus infection in children in mainly targeted at reducing the inflammation of the sinuses. The blocked mucus can then make its way out, through nasal secretions. Antibiotics for sinus infection in children do not work if the infection is due to viruses. However, in case of bacterial infections or allergic infections oral antihistamines and narrow spectrum antibiotics can be used. For mild sinus infection in children, Amoxicillin works best. Pain relievers such as aspirin and ibuprofen should be strictly avoided in case of children. Saline nasal spray, corticosteroids and decongestants are normally used to relieve the nasal congestion in children. The home treatments for sinus infection in children include steam therapy or vaporizer with drops of eucalyptus, rosemary or peppermint oil. More on sinus infections treatment.
