Prakt. lékáren. 2017; 13(3): 133-137 | DOI: 10.36290/lek.2017.017

Rhinitis and inflammation of the nasal sinuses

Ondřej Šimandl
Lékárna Medifin, Poliklinika Malešice, Praha

Rhinitis and inflammation of the nasal sinuses, which significantly deteriorate the quality of life of the patient, are among the mostfrequent reasons for visiting a pharmacy. This article introduces the reader to the possibilities of self-treatment of rhinitis andrhinosinusitis with the use of over-the-counter products and appropriate regimens associated with the treatment and preventionof this disease. In the introduction, the paper addresses the causes of inflammatory diseases of the nasal cavities developmentand symptomatology – their knowledge is essential for the choice of effective and safe therapy.

Keywords: rhinosinusitis, self-medication, over-the-counter medication, non-pharmacological treatment

Published: October 1, 2017  Show citation

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Šimandl O. Rhinitis and inflammation of the nasal sinuses. Praktické lékárenství. 2017;13(3):133-137. doi: 10.36290/lek.2017.017.
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