Allergies are a leading cause of chronic illness in the United States, affecting millions of Americans of all ages. Some of the more common allergies include:
Allergy Season
- Airborne pollen allergies – symptoms triggered by trees, grass, weeds, and flowering plants.
- Mold allergies – symptoms set off by mold, mildew, and fungi both indoors and outside.
- Dust mite allergies – symptoms activated by microscopic bugs that can live in carpets, furniture, bed linens, mattresses, and house dust.
- Pet allergies – symptoms caused by animal dander.
Relief for Your Nose
A number of simple treatments can help relieve the runny or stuffy nose that often accompanies allergies:
- Breathe in the steam from a warm shower to help loosen mucus. You can also inhale steam from a stovetop kettle or pot of boiling water.
- Drink plenty of liquids, such as water, juice, or tea. Caffeinated beverages can cause dehydration and potentially aggravate symptoms.
- Take an oral decongestant in liquid or tablet form. Decongestant nasal sprays may be helpful but should be limited to 3 days of use, as they can frequently cause rebound stuffiness and other side effects with prolonged use.
- Use an over-the-counter saline nasal spray like OCEAN® several times a day.
OCEAN® Saline Nasal Care
Microscopic pathogens
Many allergists recommend the use of a non-medicated saline nasal spray as a safe way to thin the mucus and rid the nasal passages of harmful irritants. Unlike medicated sprays, saline nasal allergy products may be applied as often as needed. They are frequently recommended as co-therapy with nasal steroids and other prescription medications which can have a drying effect on the nose, and can be uncomfortable and can lead to nosebleeds.
The OCEAN® Nasal Care family of products offers a non-medicated option for allergies that can be used as often as needed, is safe for all ages, and may be used in conjunction with other medications. OCEAN® Saline Nasal Spray has been the non-medicated saline nasal brand recommended most by doctors for more than 30 years. OCEAN Complete® Sinus Irrigation (for nasal sinus irrigation and nasal moisturizing), OCEAN for Kids® Saline Nasal Spray (specially formulated for infants and children), OCEAN Ultra® Saline Nasal Mist (offering a unique salt blend formula) and OCEAN Gel® Nasal Moisturizer (for sore, irritated noses) are also available.
For more detailed allergy information please download our OCEAN® Saline Nasal Spray… for Allergies PDF.
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