Post nasal drip
About Post nasal drip
Mucus accumulation in the back of the nose and throat leading to mucus dripping down the back of the nose and down the throat. Post-nasal drip may lead to chronic sore throat or chronic cough. Chronic sinusitis or any conditions that cause excessive thick secretions can lead to this disorder.Symptoms
Nasal congestion, mucous draining from the nose, cough, sore throat.Tests & Diagnostics
A history and physical exam will be performed.OTC sleep aids and supportive treatments
Prescription medications
- Montelukast
- Desloratadine
- Ciclesonide Nasal Spray
- Promethazine
- Cyproheptadine
- Clemastine
- Chlorpheniramine
- Triamcinolone Nasal Inhalation
- Flunisolide Nasal Inhalation
- Fluticasone Nasal Spray
- Zafirlukast
- Fexofenadine
- Fexofenadine and Pseudoephedrine
- Levocetirizine
- Azelastine Nasal Spray
- Prednisone
- Hyoscyamine
Conventional treatment summary
Avoidance of allergens and nasal irritants can reduce symptoms. Medications include: corticosteroid nasal sprays (beclomethasone/Beconase, flunisolide/Nasarel, budesonide/Rhinocort), antihistamines, decongestants, and/or decongestant sprays, saline nasal rinses (neti pot rinses).Medical specialties
Internal Medicine · Pediatrics · Family Practice · Allergy and Immunology · Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Post nasal drip.