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Management of Allergic Rhinitisand Sinusitis

Research Department 5 North, Nemours Children’s Clinic, 807 Nira Street, Jacksonville, FL 32207, kblake{at}nemours.org

Julie Larsen

Clinical Research Institute, College of Pharmacy, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55402

Allergic rhinitis and sinusitis are chronic conditions of the airway and cause significant morbidity. Both can require pharmacotherapy with nonprescription products to relieve symptoms or with prescription products to treat the underlying pathophysiology. Because these diseases are prevalent conditions, the pharmacist is in the unique position of being the first health professional contact for many patients. The pharmacist can assist the patient in selection of nonprescription antihistamines, decongestants, and nasal saline sprays as well as provide instruction on the use of steam therapy, aromatic vapors, and warm compresses for the relief of symptoms. Equally important, the pharmacist can encourage patients to seek care from a physician when treatment with intranasal corticosteroids, antibiotics, and nonsedating antihistamines are needed.

Key Words: allergic rhinitis • sinusitis • antihistamines • decongestants • intranasal corticosteroids • antibiotics

Journal of Pharmacy Practice, Vol. 14, No. 3, 228-252 (2001)
DOI: 10.1106/PWNX-T6XM-YQG2-HBNH


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