Can’t breathe without your nasal spray? You’re not alone. But here’s why that quick fix can cause long-term harm.

SO I WOULD REALLY EMPHASIZE THE NASAL STEROID ... of over-the-counter decongestants, Mucinex, is known for its pills and liquid medications, but it also sells a handy nose spray.

Phenylephrine, found in products like Sudafed PE, Vicks DayQuil and Mucinex Sinus-Max, has been widely used as a nasal decongestant for decades. The FDA's proposal isn't an immediate order ...

As you reach into your medicine cabinet for that decongestant ... Mucinex, have formulas designed for people with high blood ...

Phenylephrine is still considered effective in nasal ... spray for a few days or risk "rebound congestion" that's difficult to get rid of and can last up to a year. And if you want an oral ...

It also found people prefer oral decongestants over nasal spray by a 3-to-1 margin. Phenylephrine became the main decongestant in over-the-counter cold and allergy medicines in 2006, when sales of ...