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Decongestants for Allergic Rhinitis
Many over-the-counter decongestants are available. The following are a few examples:
| Generic Name | Brand Name |
|---|---|
| oxymetazoline | Afrin (otc) |
| phenylephrine | Theraflu Daytime Severe Cold (prescription) |
| pseudoephedrine | Sudafed (otc) |
Decongestants are available as nasal sprays, liquids, and pills.
In some states, medicines containing pseudoephedrine (such as Sudafed) are kept behind the pharmacist's counter or require a prescription. You may need to ask the pharmacist for it or have a prescription from your doctor to buy the medicine.
| By: | Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: August 4, 2010 |
| Medical Review: | E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine Harold S. Nelson, MD - Allergy and Immunology | |
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