Nasal decongestants can be considered a magic solution for people that suffer congestion. Most can be bought over the counter, (medicine sold directly to final customer without any medical prescription). Decongestants are medicines used for inflammation and swelling of the nasal tissues and blood vessels. There are several reasons why people use nasal decongestants like Afrin. The main one is because it works immediately, Alleviating the nasal congestion, just by the application of a couple of squirts into the nose.
The main component in Afrin is Oxymetazoline, which works inside the nasal passages as a Vasoconstrictor. “Vasoconstrictor drugs contract the smooth muscle in blood vessels, which causes the vessels to constrict” (Richard E. Klabunde, 2007). These contractions with the blood vessels reduce the blood flow in the nose.
The nose is related with the sense of smell and air conditioning. The important parts of the nose internally are Cilia, turbinate or nasal concha, and mucous membranes. Cilia are the microscopic hairs that line the respiratory tract and prevent any bacteria from getting inside the lungs. Nasal concha or turbinate refers to any spongy bones of the nasal passage, composed mostly of mucosal tissue responsible for filtration, humidification and heating of air. “The mucous membrane helps allow for easier transport of microorganisms out of the respiratory system, protecting the body by creating a barrier” (Biology Institute, 2010). Also it can act as a lubricant, and facilitates gas exchange and absorption. Under these conditions the nose can work normally.
A virus, allergy or sinusitis can make the nose work on abnormal conditions. The symptoms are excess of fluids, irritation, itching. As these symptoms becom...
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...heartbeat and also it can produce a chronic disease in the future.
This is a bad sign for health because it “dehydrates the nasal cavities, generating more mucus inside membranes” (Rutgers, 2010). The overuse of the nasal spray might cause addiction to it. Because of the same effects that the chemicals are producing inside the nose, the body starts to be dependent on the drug, which can cause the effectiveness to decrease.
As a recommendation, doctors should tell patients of the correct use of Afrin. When they are going to recommend this nasal spray, they have to alert what could be the future consequences for them. This is how the addiction begins. With this advice people will be more careful at the moment of using Afrin. Another option could be the replacement of Afrin by other nasal spray that have less chemicals, not with a fast effect but more healthy for people
First, Allround needs to increase its sales force, with emphasis on increasing mass merchandiser based on the marketshare news. We planned to increase drugstores, and grocery stores by 3.5% and mass merchandisers by 12%. We based the volume discount on the budget. Allround needs to remove “ reduces chest congestion, dries up runny nose” from the list of benefits. Customers don’t perceive Allround to be effective at curing those symptoms. Allround should drop alcohol and appeal to families, and include “won’t cause drowsiness.” As the product becomes mature, the “reminder” percentage should be increased. When Allround launches a non-drowsy allergy product in later periods, it can compete against Believe, which only has antihistamines. Allround
...s membrane helps to keep dust particles out of our bodies. There is also an extensive network of blood vessels and normally appears pinkish, (Shier, Butler, Lewis, 2010). So now we wait for the patient to sneeze. Chances our once she sneezes us out, we are going to come out covered in mucous! GROSS!!!
The first way Laila’s brain guesses that her fiends have ordered pizza at the dorm is because of her ability to smell the pizza. Her ability to smell is because her first cranial nerve, also known as the olfactory nerve, is functioning well. This nerve is responsible for relaying sensory data to the brain and results in the sense of smell. Olfactory receptors are located in the mucosa in the nasal cavity. When airborne chemicals and particles travel to the nasal cavity, they interact with the receptors. Despite the olfactory nerve being part of the nervous system, it does not join the brainstem and is considered the shortest cranial nerve. When Laila breathes in air, the molecules attach to her olfactory mucosa and her olfactory receptors
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Your doctor may need to increase your medicine if your asthma doesn't stay under control. On the other hand, if your asthma is well controlled for several months, your doctor may decrease your medicine. These adjustments to your medicine will help you maintain the best control possible with the least amount of medicine
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First the upper respiratory system encompasses the nose and the pharynx. The nose has two nasal passages that allows air flow to be divided into two separate sides of the nose. The nasal passages have
Chronic bronchitis is a disorder that causes inflammation to the airway, mainly the bronchial tubules. It produces a chronic cough that lasts three consecutive months for more than two successive years (Vijayan,2013). Chronic Bronchitis is a member of the COPD family and is prominently seen in cigarette smokers. Other factors such as air pollutants, Asbestos, and working in coal mines contributes to inflammation. Once the irritant comes in contact with the mucosa of the bronchi it alters the composition causing hyperplasia of the glands and producing excessive sputum (Viayan,2013). Goblet cells also enlarge to contribute to the excessive secretion of sputum. This effects the cilia that carry out the mechanism of trapping foreign bodies to allow it to be expelled in the sputum, which are now damaged by the irritant making it impossible for the person to clear their airway. Since the mechanism of airway clearance is ineffective, the secretion builds up a thickened wall of the bronchioles causing constriction and increasing the work of breathing. The excessive build up of mucous could set up pneumonia. The alveoli are also damaged enabling the macrophages to eliminate bacteria putting the patient at risk for acquiring an infection.
which make up the sweat glands in the skin and the mucus also lines the passageway inside the lungs,
The name of the over-the-counter medication is Actifed Expectorant. Actifed Expectorant contains 1.25 mg Triprolidine HCL, 30mg Pseudoephedrine, and 100 mg Guaiphenesin HBr. All 3 of these ingredients are per 5mL syrup. The dose quantity and spacing as indicated on the product is 10 mL syrup 3 times a day, or 8-hourly. The label indicates that Actifed Expectorant is used to provide symptomatic relief of upper respiratory tract disorders accompanied by productive cough, which benefit from the administration of a nasal decongestant, a histamine H1-receptor antagonist, and an expectorant combination.
The effects of inhalant use are many. Almost all the abused products offer effects similar to those of anesthetics, which are slowing down the body functions. Depending upon the dosage, the user may feel a slight stimulation, less inhibition, or lose consciousness altogether. There is also something called Sudden Sniffing Death Syndrome. This means that the user can die after one inhalant use or after many. Immediate effects inhalants offer are nausea, sneezing, coughing, nosebleeds, feeling/looking tired, bad breath, lack of coordination, and loss of appetite. There is considerable damage to ones heart, kidney, brain, liver, bone marrow, and other organs. Mothers who use inhalants during their pregnancy will leave their baby to suffer similar results of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. There are many long terms effects as well. Permanent brain damage can occur. A person doesn’t even have to be doing it for very long before the brain starts to get clogged. Loss of memory is one of the first signs of brain damage.
This product is generally not used for continuing smoker's cough or long-term breathing problems such as continuous bronchitis, emphysema directed by your doctor. Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It works by thinning mucus and release him, congestion, clear airway and make breathing easier. Cough and cold medicines have not been proven to be safe or effective in children under six. Nausea or vomiting can also cause. If any of these effects persist or deteriorate, consult your doctor or pharmacist. If your doctor has given you to use this medication, remember that he or she has thought that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Most people using this medication do not have serious side effects. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug. However, seek medical attention immediately if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, especially of the face, tongue, throat, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain indolent elements, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Consult your pharmacist for more details. Previously taking this drug, express your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: breathing problems