Can i use nasal spray during pregnancy?

Dear, during my pregnancy, I had terrible stuffy nose but avoided medicated sprays. I found that doing gentle Jal Neti and simple deep breathing exercises like Anulom Vilom gave me wonderful relief naturally. Do consult your doctor before using any chemical sprays.

Don't worry, a blocked nose is very common during pregnancy due to hormonal changes. Standard saline drops are completely harmless, but please stay away from medicated ones like Otrivin unless specifically approved by your gynecologist. Stay safe.

My mother-in-law suggested using steam inhalation with a bit of tulsi for my cold, which worked nicely. For nasal sprays, my doctor told me only simple saline drops are safe during these months. Please check with your doctor before using anything else.

My wife had severe congestion during her second trimester and the doctors at Max Hospital strictly told her not to use regular over-the-counter decongestant sprays. They prescribed a specific mild saline spray instead. Please consult your doctor clearly before using anything.

Look, plain saline water sprays are totally fine, but don't go buying those strong decongestant sprays over the counter. Some of them can affect blood flow. Just call your doctor once and get a safe brand prescribed.