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Is It Safe To Take A Decongestant To Help With The Plugged Sinus?

I am just starting doxycycline 100mg BID for suspected bronchitis. today my sinuses have filled with mucus and I am having difficulty with sinus pain and a constant drip. was wondering if it is safe to take a decongestant to help with the plugged sinus.
Fri, 24 Jan 2014
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Hello,
Welcome to HCM,
I had gone through your history and understand your concern.
As you are having bronchitis for which you are taking medicine prescribed by your treating doctor.
Your concern is excess of mucus in the sinus, be careful with over-the-counter spray nasal decongestants. They may help at first, but using them for more than 3 - 5 days can make nasal stuffiness worse.
As you are taking medicine you could follow some methods at home
1.Apply a warm, moist washcloth to your face several times a day.
2.Drink plenty of fluids to thin the mucus.
3.Inhale steam 2 - 4 times per day.
4.Use a humidifier.
These non pharmacological methods may relieve your symptom.
Hope your query is answered.
Thank you
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Is It Safe To Take A Decongestant To Help With The Plugged Sinus?

Hello, Welcome to HCM, I had gone through your history and understand your concern. As you are having bronchitis for which you are taking medicine prescribed by your treating doctor. Your concern is excess of mucus in the sinus, be careful with over-the-counter spray nasal decongestants. They may help at first, but using them for more than 3 - 5 days can make nasal stuffiness worse. As you are taking medicine you could follow some methods at home 1.Apply a warm, moist washcloth to your face several times a day. 2.Drink plenty of fluids to thin the mucus. 3.Inhale steam 2 - 4 times per day. 4.Use a humidifier. These non pharmacological methods may relieve your symptom. Hope your query is answered. Thank you