AI Article Synopsis
- - Sales of over-the-counter decongestant nasal sprays in Denmark have doubled from 2011 to 2023.
- - Prolonged use of these sprays can lead to risks like rhinitis medicamentosa, a condition that worsens nasal congestion.
- - There is a crucial need for better patient education on safe usage and side effects, along with more research to help health authorities regulate these products effectively.
Article Abstract
Sales of over-the-counter decongestant nasal sprays in Denmark from 2011 to 2023 have doubled. This article highlights the potential risks associated with prolonged use of decongestant nasal sprays, such as rhinitis medicamentosa. We conclude that there is an urgent need for increased patient education on proper use and possible side effects of over-the-counter decongestant nasal sprays, as well as a need for more substantial data on side effects related to decongestant nasal sprays to guide health authorities in future regulation.
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