Comparing Phenylephrine vs Pseudoephedrine

For Nasal Congestion After 125 standard allergy tests and told "no reaction" I was pronounced as having "chronic non-allergic vasomotor rhinitis". I truly believe that my biggest problem was from corticosteroid nasal sprays prescribed, but never overused. I've found phenylephrine has helped in a variable increased dose. When the wind blows primarily in the fall, whatever is out there causes my problem. If I take 2 10mg to start my day, I'm in good shape with the regular dose the rest of the day.

For Nasal Congestion This medication has been a life saver for me in getting my ears to drain. I suffer from year round allergies and have been diagnosed with eustachian tube disfunction. This is the only medication that works to keep my ears drained so I don't get an ear infection. I only take 10 mg. total daily broken into 2- 5 mg. doses. To those that this med does not work, I say they are very wrong. I have tried regular psuedofed and had to stop it due to excessive nervousness and insomnia. This med on the other hand works great. I have been taking it daily for 20 yrs and have to due to the my allergies/ ear disfunction. If I miss a few days doses, I get an ear infection every time.

For Nasal Congestion Currently taking pseudoephedrine for chronic sinus migraines and ear congestion whilst waiting for a specialist appointment. I have found it the most effective pain relief for the sinus migraines and I have tried everything - hot compresses, inhaling steam, saline sprays, nasal sprays, antihistamines, decongestants, panadeine, ibuprofen, codeine. It is not clearing up the source of the problem but does provide some relief.

For Nasal Congestion 30 mg really helps clear up my sinuses. I've probably prevented two or three sinus infections by taking this medicine as soon as I start to feel congested. The only downside is that it makes me a little bit nauseous.