Adjunct Medications
Rhinostat is intended to relieve the rebound congestion associated with rhinitis medicamentosa (RM). In those cases where other conditions may be present (such as allergies) the medications on this page may be helpful as part of the withdrawal process. Always consult your health care provider regarding any contraindications that may apply to your case before starting or stopping any medications.
| Drug Name | Classification | OTC? | Active Ingredient | FDA Package Insert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astelin | Antihistamine | N | Azelastine Hydrocholoride | View Package Insert |
| Atrovent | Anticholinergic | N | Ipratropium Bromide | View Package Insert |
| Dymista | Antihistamine + Steroid | N | Azelastine Hcl & Fluticasone Propionate | View Package Insert |
| Flonase | Corticosteroid | Y | Fluticasone Propionate | View Package Insert |
| Nasacort | Adrenocortical Steroid | Y | Triamcinolone Acetonide | View Package Insert |
| Nasalcrom | Mast Cell Inhibitor | Y | Cromolyn Sodium | View Package Insert |
| Nasonex | Corticosteroid | Y | Mometasone Furoate Monohydrate | View Package Insert |
| Omnaris | Corticosteroid | N | Ciclesonide | View Package Insert |
| Patanase | Antihistamine | N | Olopatadine Hydrochloride | View Package Insert |
| Q-Nasl | Corticosteroid | N | Beclomethasone Dipropionate | View Package Insert |
| Rhinocort | Glucocorticoid | Y | Budesonide | View Package Insert |
The Neilmed Sinus Rinse is very popular with our clients. For several decades, we have heard extremely positive feedback from those who use it. It is available in most local pharmacies, big-box retailers, Amazon and directly from the manufacturer.
Several of our staff members continue to use it on a daily basis and have done so for many years. In our opinion, this simple nasal irrigation system is the best product in it’s class on the market today.
Tip from Rhinostat Staff Members: Use distilled water, warmed to 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
Several studies have been done with Flonase on RM patients.
While there appears to be no immediate improvement in airflow, most studies did show a decrease in inflammation. Patients who have or may have allergies in addition to RM will benefit from using it during their withdrawal cycle. Flonase is available over-the-counter (OTC) and no prescription is required. Be sure to check with your health care provider about any contraindications before you considering taking it.
I am a pharmacist who has always stressed the importance to my patients of not using nasal sprays for more than 3 consecutive days due to the risk of rebound congestion. Two years ago I did not follow my own advice and have been addicted to Afrin ever since. I was up to using the 12 hour product every 3-4 hours. When I attempted to quit cold turkey, the congestion would be so severe I would end up with a m igraine. I began using your product on November 20, 2006 and yesterday December 29,2006 is the first 24 hour period I have gone without using any spray. This morning I awoke and can actually smell our Christmas tree so my sense of smell is returning. You have a great system and I would have paid double your price to know I would be free of Afrin and have my sense of smell back as well. Thanks!!!**