What Are the Treatments for Cold & Heavy Congestion?
- According to the Mayo Clinic, decongestant nasal sprays that are sold over the counter may be used by adults for temporary relief of congestion but they should not be used longer than a few days. Extended use of these sprays can cause inflammation of the mucous membranes.
- Chicken soup can speed up the movement of mucous through a patient's nose and provide temporary relief of congestion.
- Congestion from a cold may be reduced by increasing indoor humidity with a humidifier or vaporizer.
- Saline nasal drops are available over the counter and can be used by adults and children to reduce nasal congestion.
- Vitamin C, echinacea or zinc may reduce the duration of congestion and other cold symptoms if they are taken as soon as cold symptoms become noticeable.
Decongestant Sprays
Chicken Soup
Indoor Humidity
Saline Nasal Drops
Alternative Medicine
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