But is it safe to be taking allergy medications every day?
We asked allergy experts for their advice.
This is a condition known asrebound congestion, where nasal congestion becomes more severe once the medication wears off.
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People can also develop an addiction to decongestants, she added.
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For example, you could keep your windows closed during pollen seasons.
Nasal steroid sprays are also recommended by many allergy experts.
Allergy medicines are not a one size fits all, Nandas said.
Long-term use of decongestants will worsen your allergy symptoms.
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