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	Fruity flavored nasal decongestant composition - Patent 4970240
		This invention relates to an aqueous, flavored, topical, nasal decongestant composition containing doxymetazoline or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, an aqueous carrier and sufficient fruity flavor to mask the medicinal after-taste of the composition.
		Aqueous, topical, nasal decongestant compositions containing oxymetazoline hydrochloride, the longest acting nasal decongestant currently available, are applied to the nasal passages of mammals especially human beings to affect temporary relief of nasal congestion associated with colds, hay fever and sinusitis.
		Accordingly, the present invention provides an aqueous, flavored, topical nasal, decongestant composition comprising an amount of oxymetazoline or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof sufficient to effect nasal decongestion and an aqueous carrier and an amount of a fruity flavor sufficient to mask the medicinal after-taste of the topical nasal decongestant composition.
	www.freepatentsonline.com /4970240.html (1565 words)

	Adrenergic Drugs
		The swelling of blood vessels of the mucous membranes of the nasal passage causes nasal discharge and obstruction.
		Decongestants are either topically administered as drops and inhalants or are orally ingested.
		Oral administration of nasal decongestants such as phenylpropanolamine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylephrine provide a more effective means of reaching the nerves via the blood stream.
	www.elmhurst.edu /~chm/vchembook/663adrenergic2.html (480 words)

	Sinus Pain - Can Over-the-Counter Medications Help?
		Congestion of the nasal membranes may even block the eustachian tube leading to the ear, resulting in a feeling of blockage in the ear or fluid behind the eardrum.
		Nasal decongestant sprays are safe to use, especially appropriate for preventing eustachian tube problems when flying, and to halt progression of sinus infections following colds.
		Decongestant medications are OTC products that relieve nasal swelling, pressure, and congestion but do not treat the cause of the inflammation.
	www.entnet.org /healthinfo/sinus/sinus_pain.cfm (823 words)

	CHEST: Combined Effects of a Mechanical Nasal Dilator and a Topical Decongestant on Nasal Airflow Resistance (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The goal of this study, therefore, was to evaluate the isolated and combined effects of an internal nasal dilator (Nozovent; Prevancure; Ste Pouret; Paris, France) and a topical decongestant (Aturgyl; Synthelabo; Le Plessis-Robinson, France) on NR assessed by active posterior rhinometry at the 0.5 L/s flow level.
		The subjects breathed quietly through a rigid nasal mask with the mouth occluded by a closed mouthpiece in which a catheter with an inside diameter of 3 mm was inserted to measure pharyngeal pressure.
		Nasal flow (V) was measured by a screen pneumotachograph (Jaeger Lilly; Wurzburg, Germany) connected to a similar pressure transducer.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0984/is_6_115/ai_55051793 (1100 words)

	nafarelin nasal - Connecticut (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Use of a nasal decongestant spray may be recommended, however it should not be used for at least 2 hours following administration of nafarelin nasal.
		Nafarelin nasal is used to treat central precocious puberty (CPP) in children and endometriosis in women who are 18 years of age or older.
		Nafarelin nasal is in the FDA pregnancy category X. This means that nafarelin is known to cause birth defects in an unborn baby.
	www.saintfranciscare.com /19215.cfm (1360 words)

	Over the Counter Medication
		The body’s nasal and sinus membranes have similar responses to viruses, allergic insults, and common bacterial infections.
		It also helps improve the function of the nasal cilia, which are small hair cells lining the nasal cavities that clear the mucus into the back of the throat.
		It is important to note that antihistamines can thicken the nasal mucus, therefore patients taking antihistamines should drink more water and use slat water nasal rinse to help keep the mucus thin.
	www.sinusamerica.com /medication.asp (879 words)

	Nasal decongestant - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A nasal decongestant helps to remove nasal congestion (congestion in the nasal passage).
		There are several ways you can take care of nasal decongestant with these remedies.
		These are for some who are reluctant to take over-the-counter medication.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Nasal_decongestant (115 words)

	Propharma, Inc. Recalls Major Twice-A-Day 12 Hour Nasal Spray - Nasal Decongestant
		FDA posts press releases and other notices of recalls from the firms involved as a service to consumers, the media, and other interested parties.
		This product is a nasal decongestant containing the active ingredient oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%, the lot number and expiration date are found on the bottom of the carton and the back of the bottle label.
		in the nasal spray by a hospital in Colorado.
	www.fda.gov /oc/po/firmrecalls/propharma03_04.html (255 words)

	Nasal Decongestant Spray Addiction
		G.D. The medical term for this condition is "rhinitis medicamentous," which translates as nasal inflammation (rhinitis) due to medication (medicamentosa).
		If the patient is properly motivated, he or she can be weaned from the spray gradually or quickly, using nasal steroid sprays and decongestant pills to offset the horrible congestion that will result from withdrawal.
		If your husband's nasal obstruction is partly due to bad anatomy (a deviated septum, for example), surgery could help improve his airway.
	health.ivillage.com /ent/nose/0,,4qvv,00.html (366 words)

	SUDAFED CHILDREN'S NASAL DECONGESTANT LIQUID
		When I give my children cold medication, I have found that the nasal passages can become too dry, that's why it's important to use saline nasal spray throughout the day and a humidifier in the bedroom at night (see natural cold treatments).
		The books say decongestants are safe to use in infants three months and older.
		However, I administer decongestant to infant's under six months only if the congestion is affecting feeding or sleeping.
	www.askdrsears.com /html/8/T089406.asp (256 words)

	Breath Easy Tea
		Breathe Easy® is a good tasting herbal tea that temporarily relieves nasal congestion and stuffy nose associated with the common cold, hay fever, sinusitis, and other upper respiratory allergies, restoring freer breathing through the nose.
		Breathe Easy® is formulated to act as an herbal nasal decongestant based on the traditional use of ephedra herb to temporarily relieve nasal congestion.
		Ephedra’s nasal decongestant action is attributed to its natural pseudoephedrine content.
	www.tealand.com /BreathEasy.asp (441 words)

	FR Doc 04-17445
		1 and 2) indicate that prospective studies on the role of nasal decongestants in the treatment of sinusitis are lacking, and the data on their use as an adjunct in the treatment of sinusitis are limited and controversial.
		Despite the lack of evidence for their use, nasal decongestants are recommended or prescribed by health care providers as adjunctive therapy for sinusitis.
		In addition, there is preclinical evidence that topical nasal decongestants may have a negative effect on the resolution of sinusitis, as they may increase the degree of sinus inflammation (Ref. 3).
	a257.g.akamaitech.net /7/257/2422/06jun20041800/edocket.access.gpo.gov/2004/04-17445.htm (2645 words)

	WebMD Health - Patient Handout for Decongestant Sinus Nasal
		Keeping your head upright, place the nasal spray just inside the nostril being careful not to touch the container to the inside of the nose.
		Stinging, burning, sneezing, increased nasal discharge, drying of the nostrils, and altered taste may occur.
		There are various nasal decongestants available, many without a prescription.
	my.webmd.com /drugs/drug-54230-Decongestant+Sinus+Nasal.aspx?...+Nasal (661 words)

	Products- Nasal Decongestant (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Zoamet is an effective topical nasal decongestant with rapid onset of action within a few minutes and somewhat longer duration of action than other imidazoline derivatives.
		nasal drops, administered directly to the swollen membrane cause alpha-adrenergic effects resulting in mucosal vasoconstriction.
		is indicated for symptomatic relief of nasal and nasopharyngeal mucosal congestion associated with common cold, sinusitis, allergy, acute and chronic rhinitis; also for better visualization of nasal and nasopharyngeal areas during diagnostic manoeuvering and to reduce nasal mucosal swelling prior to surgery.
	www.eastindiapharma.com /74.html (259 words)

	RhinocortAqua.com: Prescription and Nonprescription Nasal Allergy Medications
		There are many medications available for treating nasal allergies, some of which you can get over the counter, and others, which are prescription products.
		Decongestants, whether in pill or nasal spray form, are used to reduce nasal congestion, but have no effect on sneezing or runny nose.
		All three offer relief for the sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion associated with nasal allergies; however, nasal steroids appear to be more effective at relieving nasal congestion than antihistamines or leukotrienes alone.
	www.rhinocortaqua.com /c/control/sheet.asp (819 words)

	Nasal Allergy Medications - Allergies: allergy symptoms, treatment, and medications by MedicineNet.com
		When the symptoms of nasal allergies are mild or intermittent, antihistamines with or without decongestants can help.
		At this stage, anti-inflammatory medications are required, usually in the form of intra- nasal steroid sprays (sprayed into the nose).
		The addition of ipratropium bromide nasal spray (Atrovent - an anticholinergic medication) is also very effective for a runny nose that has been unresponsive to prior treatments.
	www.medicinenet.com /nasal_allergy_medications/article.htm (373 words)

	OXYMETAZOLINE NASAL (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Relieves congestion of nose, sinuses and throat caused by allergies and infections.
		Nasal solution, nasal spray--Use as directed on label.
		You are allergic to oxymetazoline or other nasal spray.
	www.nextmd.com /DRUGS/OXYMETAZOLINE_NASAL.asp (220 words)

	Boston.com / News / Nation / Nasal spray decongestant is recalled (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		A nasal spray decongestant sold nationally is under recall because officials have found it was contaminated with harmful bacteria, the manufacturer said Friday.
		WASHINGTON -- A nasal spray decongestant sold nationally is under recall because officials have found it was contaminated with harmful bacteria, the manufacturer said Friday.
		Propharma Inc., based in Miami, issued the recall of 39,540 bottles of Major Twice-A-Day 12 Hour Nasal Spray after a hospital in Colorado reported infections and found a germ, Burkholderia cepacia, in the product.
	www.boston.com /news/nation/articles/2004/03/19/nasal_spray_decongestant_is_recalled (209 words)

	NaturalCare AirDefense Nasal Decongestant Mist -- 0.5 fl oz - Vitacost
		Indications: for the temporary, soothing relief of nasal congestion, dry, irritated nasal membranes associated with a cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies (allergic rhinitis), sinusitis, irritated/swollen sinus passages, and sinus congestion and pressure.
		NaturalCare AirDefense was created specifically to fight the nasal allergy/sinus/cold/flu-like symptoms that may result from exposure to germs and viruses in the air in any crowded, potentially germ-infested environment.
		Clear the nasal passageway by blowing your nose prior to using the spray mist.
	www.vitacost.com /NaturalCareAirDefenseNasalDecongestantMist (548 words)

	nasal decongestant - Find, Compare, and Buy at Shopping.com
		Vicks Vapor Inhaler Soothing Vicks Vapors, Nasal Decongestant,.01oz
		Nasal & Sinus Congestion drugstore.com > medicine cabinet > allergy & sinus > allergy & sinus medicine...
		Relieves: Nasal Congestion, Sneezing, Runny Nose, Itchy, Watery Eyes.
	www.shopping.com /xGS-nasal_decongestant (901 words)

	Novartis Consumer Health Canada - Otrivin
		Unlike an oral decongestant, Otrivin goes straight to work reducing swelling in your nasal passages and sinuses.
		Otrivin Moisturisers Decongestant Nasal Spray gives you fast, long-lasting relief of nasal congestion due to colds, sinusitis and allergies and can help soothe nasal irritation and dryness.
		Otrivin Decongestant Nasal Spray and Otrivin Decongestant Nasal Spray scented with Menthol Eucalyptol provide a direct application of medicine to the irritated nasal passage and help you breathe easy, fast.
	www.novartisconsumerhealth.ca /en/products/otrivin.shtml (365 words)

	Rhinitis medicamentosa (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		A woman writes that her husband has been addicted to nasal decongestant sprays for many years.
		The medical term for this condition is rhinitis medicamentosa, which translates as nasal inflammation (rhinitis) due to medication (medicamentosa.) It is almost exclusively due to abuse of over the counter decongestant sprays.
		If the patient is properly motivated, he or she can be gradually (or suddenly) weaned from the spray, using nasal steroid sprays and oral decongestants to offset the horrible congestion that results from withdrawal.
	www.doctorhoffman.com /xrhin.htm (278 words)

	phenylephrine nasal - [Medication]
		The nasal formulation acts directly on the blood vessels in the nasal tissues.
		Phenylephrine nasal is used to treat congestion associated with allergies, hay fever, sinus irritation, and the common cold.
		Phenylephrine nasal is available over the counter under many different brand and generic names in nasal spray and nasal drop formulations.
	www.peacehealth.org /kbase/multum/d04186a1.htm (1138 words)

	Major Pharmaceuticals Announces an Extension of its Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Twice-A-Day 12 Hour Nasal ...
		The recall of one lot was announced last week in a press release issued by Propharma, Inc. of Miami, FL.
		The product is a nasal decongestant containing the active ingredient oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%.
		Some of the recalled lots have been found to be contaminated and could cause serious or potentially life-threatening infections in patients with compromised immune systems, particularly individuals with cystic fibrosis.
	www.fda.gov /oc/po/firmrecalls/major03_04.html (318 words)

	Oxymetazoline Nasal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		To relieve nasal congestion caused by allergies, colds, or sinus conditions.
		Oxymetazoline constricts blood vessels to reduce the blood flow to swollen nasal passages and other tissues, which reduces nasal secretions and improves nasal airflow.
		An increase in nasal discharge or congestion may occur after 3 to 5 days of continuous use.
	www.wholehealthmd.com /refshelf/drugs_view/0,1524,864,00.html (533 words)

	Sudafed - Nasal Decongestant (48 Tablets) - 150474 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Nasal & Sinus Congestion due to colds & allergies.
		Indications:For the temporary relief of nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies, and nasal congestion associated with sinusitis.
		Helps decongest sinus openings and passages; temporarily relieves sinus congestion adn pressure.
	www.westburyonline.com /index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=21291 (285 words)

	Walgreens.com \| Benzedrex \| Nasal Decongestant Inhaler
		Temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies - allergic rhinitis.
		This product may cause temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing, or an increase in nasal discharge.
		Frequent or prolonged use may cause nasal congestion to recur or worsen.
	www.walgreens.com /store/product.jhtml?CATID=100086&id=prod352735 (224 words)

	Warm Spirit - Product Detail
		Relieves nasal swelling, making it easier to breathe, despite sinus trouble, allergies or a cold.
		For relief during occasional difficulty in breathing due to nasal congestion, swelling in nasal tissues, a sinus cold or nasal or sinus draining.
		Can help improve minor difficulty in breathing due to nasal congestion, swelling of the nasal tissues, a sinus cold or nasal or sinus draining.
	www.warmspirit.com /servlet/com.warmspirit.www.product.display.ProductDetail?intproductid=99&intgroupid=21 (477 words)

	Vision Direct - Contact Lenses: Order Discount Contact Lenses Acuvue, Acuvue 2, Focus, Freshlook Online
		Nasal and Sinus Congestion due to Colds and Allergies
		For the temporary relief of nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies, and nasal congestion associated with sinusitis.
		Promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage; temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure.
	www.visiondirect.com /qxp11496_332828_sespider/sudafed/12_hour_non_drowsy_nasal_decongestant_coated_caplets.htm (436 words)

	DECONGESTANT - NASAL DROPS side effects, medical uses, and drug interactions.
		DECONGESTANT - NASAL DROPS side effects, medical uses, and drug interactions.
		To apply nasal drops, first blow your nose to help improve penetration of the medication.
		SIDE EFFECTS: Stinging, burning, sneezing, increased nasal discharge, drying of the nostrils, and altered taste may occur.
	www.medicinenet.com /decongestant-nasal_drops/article.htm (419 words)

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