From headaches to addiction: the risks of overusing nasal decongestant sprays

Dipa Kamdar

doi:10.64628/AB.vsyjsdgnx

From headaches to addiction: the risks of overusing nasal decongestant sprays

Dipa Kamdar

Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care & Education

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Nasal decongestant sprays are a popular remedy for relieving nasal congestion caused by colds, allergies and sinus infections. These sprays provide quick relief allowing for easier breathing. However, while they can be effective in the short term, overusing nasal decongestant sprays can lead to serious health issues.

Original language	English
Specialist publication	The Conversation
Publisher	The Conversation Trust (UK) Limited
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.64628/AB.vsyjsdgnx
Publication status	Published - 29 Apr 2025

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From headaches to addiction: the risks of overusing nasal decongestant sprays

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