The benefits and harm of vasoconstrictor drugs
Nasal drops quickly relieve congestion andeliminate runny nose of various origins. They get on the mucous membrane, have a quick and pronounced effect, do not lead to side effects on other systems and organs.Vasoconstrictive drops during pregnancy eliminatesymptoms of rhinitisPhoto: GettyMost of the nasal drugs presented on the shelves of pharmacies have a vasoconstrictor effect. They are not recommended for pregnant women, because they lead to a narrowing of the vessels of the placenta. As a result, the fetus loses nutrients and oxygen. Drops can cause spasms and a sharp increase in pressure. They dry out the mucous membrane and cause addiction. Dependence on nasal drugs occurs in women in a position much faster and stronger than other people. Often, nasal congestion pursues all nine months of gestation. After the baby is born, the manifestations of vasomotor rhinitis miraculously disappear.
What vasoconstrictor drops are possible during pregnancy?
Doctors strictly forbid expectant mothers to usesuch nasal preparations as Naphthyzinum, Ephedrine, Fazin and other similar products. They contain substances that negatively affect the blood supply to the fetus. Doctors do not recommend that pregnant women self-medicate and buy drugs at their own discretion. You need to see a specialist who will identify the root cause of congestion and offer a medication that can cope with it. To ease breathing, doctors prescribe the following vasoconstrictor nasal drops during pregnancy:
- Tizin - this tool is not absorbed into the blood and does not harm the fetus.
- Vibrocil - the drug does not harm the future baby, if used in the dosage is half the standard.
- Xymelin - perfectly fights puffiness and is almost not absorbed into the blood.
Doctors advise not to use nasal sprays.more than once a day. It is necessary to strictly observe the dosage prescribed by a specialist. The maximum period of use of the drug is three to four days, continued use can lead to addiction and development of dependence. Effective folk recipes can be used instead of vasoconstrictor agents. Prepare a weak saline solution: in 250 ml of warm water, sodium chloride at the end of the knife dissolves and rinse your nose with a syringe or a special tea pot. You can buy in the pharmacy a tool based on sea water, for example, Quicks or Aqualore.