What kinds of nose drops are there?

Drop nasal drops on the front of nasal cavity, and through the rapid movement of nasal mucosa cilia, the drug quickly spreads to the whole nasal cavity and is immediately absorbed by mucosa. There are many kinds of nasal drops with different functions. Select and use as follows:

Vasoconstrictors: Ephedrine hydrochloride nasal drops and Biyanjing are the most commonly used drugs. These two drugs can contract mucosal blood vessels, eliminate congestion and swelling of nasal mucosa, relieve nasal congestion and improve ventilation. The effect is quick and lasting. 1 min can take effect, and the drug effect can last for about 2 hours without secondary congestion. Can be used for treating acute rhinitis and acute sinusitis.

Anti-allergic nasal drops: such as ephedrine diphenhydramine nasal drops, ephedrine cortisone nasal drops, disodium cromoglycate nasal drops, etc. Diphenhydramine and cortisone have antiallergic effects, which can reduce nasal congestion, edema and exudation caused by allergic reactions, and are mainly used for patients with allergic rhinitis.

Antibiotic nasal drops: such as ephedrine neomycin nasal drops, can inhibit the growth and reproduction of bacteria, reduce congestion and make ventilation smooth. Used for patients with nasal congestion and pus.

Nasal mucosa irritants and lubricants: commonly used irritants include compound peppermint oil and 1% iodine glycerin, which can dilate and secrete nasal mucosa blood vessels, relieve dryness symptoms and restore mucosal function, and are used for atrophic rhinitis. Commonly used mucosal lubricants include cod liver oil, paraffin oil and compound weak protein silver nose ointment. It can promote mucosal lubrication and play a mechanical protection role, and has a certain therapeutic effect on rhinitis sicca.

Mucosal Corrosives and Mucosal Sclerosing Agents: Mucosal Corrosives mainly include 5% silver nitrate and pure carbolic acid, which are used to treat local mucosal erosion and bleeding. Commonly used mucosal sclerosing agents are 5% sodium morrhuate and 80% glycerol. Used for submucosal injection of turbinate to treat chronic simple rhinitis. These drugs have a strong effect and should be used by experts.

Using various nasal drops in a short time can really help relieve symptoms such as stuffy nose and runny nose. It is worth noting that various nasal drops should not be used for a long time to avoid dependence. Frequent use of rhinitis syrup may induce drug-induced rhinitis. Therefore, patients should correctly master the method of dropping drugs to avoid long-term, continuous and excessive medication.