What over-the-counter cold medications can I take if I have bronchial asthma and gastritis at the same time?

People with bronchial asthma and gastritis should avoid medications that can worsen their condition. It is recommended that you consult your doctor before taking any over-the-counter medications.

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A viral infection of the upper respiratory tract (cold) is one of the factors that can trigger a longer-lasting exacerbation of bronchial asthma. It should be remembered that aspirin and NSAIDs (NSAIDs) should be strictly avoided in patients with bronchial asthma. Before taking any medication, you should know its composition thoroughly, and if you have any doubts, consult your doctor.

In patients with asthma and gastritis, paracetamol – a drug with antipyretic and analgesic properties – but without anti-inflammatory activity – and other drugs such as choline salicylate and opioid analgesics (e.g. codeine) can be safely used.

Headaches in the course of sinusitis can be relieved by pseudoephedrine (e.g. Sudafed, Apselan). Sudafed: https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/75300/sudafed-tabletki-powlekane/apteki

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This substance reduces swelling of the mucous membrane, improving the patency of the paranasal sinus openings. However, it is important to remember about contraindications to the use of pseudoephedrine (m.in. gastric and duodenal ulcers, severe cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, pregnancy, breastfeeding).

Examples of combination preparations available in pharmacies containing paracetamol and pseudoephedrine:

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Gripex HOT: https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/92125/gripex-hot-proszek-do-wytworzenia-plynu/apteki

Febrisan: https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/29338/febrisan-proszek-musujacy/apteki

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https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/naturalne-sposoby-na-przeziebienie