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Health Encyclopedia: Allergic Rhinitis Other Treatments
Other Treatments
For mild allergic rhinitis, a nasal wash can be helpful for removing mucus from the nose. You can purchasea saline solution at a drug store or made one at home (one cup of warm water, half teaspoon salt, pinch of baking soda). Over-the-counter saline nasal sprays that contain benzalkonium chloride as a preservative may actually worsen symptoms and infection.
Simple method for administering a nasal wash:
- Lean over the sink head down
- Pour some solution into the palm of the hand and in...
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...which can cause severe and sometimes deadly allergic reactions in some people.Other Remedies. Herbal or
natural remedies that supposedly boost the immune system (echinacea, ginseng, garlic, zinc)...
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Natural RemediesHerbs and SupplementsGenerally, manufacturers of herbal remedies and dietary supplements do not need FDA approval to sell their products. Just like a drug, herbs and supplements can...
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...even deadly side effects from herbal products.The following are special concerns for people taking
natural remedies for sinusitis:Echinacea is commonly taken to prevent onset and ease symptoms of...
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...antihistamine for treating seasonal allergies over a 2-week period. More research is needed. Even when
natural remedies appear to be effective in trials, there are no standards or regulations in...
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