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Decongestants

image Decongestants

Decongestants are medications that help relieve nasal or chest congestion, often caused by colds, flu, allergies, or sinus infections. They work by narrowing the blood vessels in the nasal passages and respiratory tract, reducing swelling and decreasing mucus production, which makes breathing easier.

Oral Decongestants:
Pseudoephedrine (e.g., Sudafed): One of the most common decongestants. It works throughout the body and can relieve nasal and chest congestion.
Phenylephrine (e.g., Lemsip): Similar to pseudoephedrine, though it's generally considered less effective. It's often found in over-the-counter cold and flu medications.

Nasal Decongestant Sprays:
Oxymetazoline (e.g., Afrin): Works by constricting the blood vessels in the nasal passages, providing almost immediate relief. However, it should only be used for a few days to avoid rebound congestion (where the congestion worsens after stopping the medication).
Xylometazoline: Another nasal spray option that works similarly to oxymetazoline.
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Oral Suspension Decongestants

Decongestant Capsules

Nasal Decongestant Sprays

Children's Decongestant Sprays

Inhaler Sticks

  • Vicks Inhaler

    Vicks Inhaler

    Quickly helps to unblock a stuffy nose.

    £2.59
    (incl VAT)
  • Healthpoint Nasal Inhaler 2 pack

    Healthpoint Nasal Inhaler 2 pack

    A twin pack nasal stick containing peppermint, eucalyptus and menthol to help unblock your nose to help you breathe more easily.

    £1.25
    (incl VAT)
  • Olbas Inhaler 695mg Twin Pack

    Olbas Inhaler 695mg Twin Pack

    Olbas stick inhalers contain eucalyptus oil, mint and peppermint to help clear blocked noses.

    £4.99
    (incl VAT)
  • Olbas Inhaler 695mg

    Olbas Inhaler 695mg

    Olbas inhaler ideal for use when suffering from a blocked nose from a cold or hay fever.

    £2.99
    (incl VAT)

Vapour Inhalations

  • Covonia Vapour Drops 15ml

    Covonia Vapour Drops 15ml

    A liquid for inhalation to ease nasal congestion.

    £3.99
    (incl VAT)
  • Snufflebabe Vapour Oil 10ml

    Snufflebabe Vapour Oil 10ml

    Snufflebabe is a 100% natural vapour oil which releases vapours in to a room to ease breathing when your little one has a blocked nose.

    £6.75
    (incl VAT)
    Out of stock
  • Numark 100% Pure Eucalyptus Oil 25ml

    Numark 100% Pure Eucalyptus Oil 25ml

    Ideal for steam inhalation or sprinkled on a handkerchief.

    £1.85
    (incl VAT)
  • Olbas Oil 12ml

    Olbas Oil 12ml

    An inhalation oil for the relief of colds and blocked sinuses.

    £4.99
    (incl VAT)
  • Olbas Oil 30ml

    Olbas Oil 30ml

    A mixture of essential oils including eucalyptus and mint oil to help relieve nasal congestion.

    £7.99
    (incl VAT)
  • Olbas Oil For Children 12ml

    Olbas Oil For Children 12ml

    A natural formula containing pure plant oils that release vapours to relieve nasal congestion in children.

    £4.99
    (incl VAT)
  • A. Vogel Po-Ho Oil 10ml

    A. Vogel Po-Ho Oil 10ml

    Poho oil can be used as an inhalant or rub for the relief of cold and flu.

    £9.99
    (incl VAT)
    Out of stock

Vapour Rubs

  • Bells Vapour Rub 50g

    Bells Vapour Rub 50g

    Just a small amount rubbed on the chest can help unblock sinuses to help you breathe more easily.

    £1.75
    (incl VAT)
  • Vicks VapoRub 50g

    Vicks VapoRub 50g

    Containing menthol and camphor vicks vapour rub helps to relieve nasal catarrh and congestion.

    £3.99
    (incl VAT)
  • Vicks Vaporub 100g

    Vicks Vaporub 100g

    Aids the relief of nasal congestion from a cough or cold can be used as a rub or added to hot water for a vapour.

    £6.59
    (incl VAT)
  • Almus Vapour Rub 50g

    Almus Vapour Rub 50g

    Ease your cold and congestion with Almus Vapour Rub. Its menthol, camphor, and eucalyptus oil blend help relieve coughing, nasal congestion, and sore muscles.

    £1.95
    (incl VAT)

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