Rhinitis Flashcards
1
Q
What’s the first line treatment for rhinitis?
A
Young person - Oral antihistamine - Loratadine
Other people - Intranasal azelastine.
2
Q
What can you prescribe to prevent symptoms?
A
Nasal blockage - intranasal corticosteroid e.g budesonide
Sneezing/Nasal discharge - Oral antihistamine or intranasal corticosteroid.
3
Q
If symptoms are impairing QOL you can…
A
Prescribe 10 day course of oral prednisolone.
