They should not be used by the following groups of people without getting advice from a pharmacist or GP first: It's also important to be careful when taking other medicines if you're using an "all-in-1" decongestant remedy. They can help ease the symptoms of conditions such as colds and flu, hay fever and other allergic reactions, catarrh and sinusitis.

Most decongestants can be bought over the counter from pharmacies without a prescription. Who can take decongestants The patient information leaflet that comes with your medicine will say who should not use it and who should get advice before using it. How to use decongestants Examples include pseudoephedrine (sometimes called by the brand name Sudafed). Types of decongestantsDiscontinue using this nasal spray and consult your GP or visit your local A&E department promptly if you experience any of the following: For example, taking decongestants alongside some antidepressants can cause a dangerous rise in blood pressure. Decongestant medicines do not usually have side effects, and any side effects you may experience are usually mild.

Decongestant nasal sprays and drops should not be used for more than a week at a time because using them for too long can make your stuffiness worse. Most individuals tolerate Galpharm Nasal Spray well and experience no side effects. However, as with all medications, side effects can occur. If you notice any of these side effects, stop using the spray for more than seven consecutive days.More serious side effects can also happen, such as hallucinations and severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), but these are very rare. Taking decongestants with other medicines Decongestants that come as tablets, liquids or powders that you swallow are not recommended if you're breastfeeding. You can't use decongestant nasal sprays such as Galpharm Nose Relief for more than a week at a time. This is because using them for a prolonged period may worsen the stuffiness. Speak to your doctor or Pharmacy Online pharmacist if your symptoms do not get better after this time. Active ingredient - Phenylephrine hydrochloride 12.2 mg. Other ingredient: maize starch, lactose monohydrate, pregelatinised starch, magnesium stearate. The capsule shells are made of gelatin and contain the colours quinoline yellow (E104), titainum dioxide (E171).

Children aged 6 to 11 should take them for no longer than 5 days. Ask a pharmacist for advice about this. Some products may just contain decongestant medicine, but many are sold as "all-in-1" remedies that contain decongestants, painkillers or antihistamines. They work by reducing the swelling of the blood vessels in your nose, which helps to open the airways. It's not clear whether it's safe to take any type of decongestant if you're pregnant, so you should only use them if told to by a healthcare professional. Decongestants reduce swelling of the blood vessels inside your nose. This helps to open up your nasal airway, making breathing easier.