What should I do if allergic rhinitis triggers sinusitis?
Disease description:
My brother-in-law frequently experiences nosebleeds; he also suffers from muscle aches during colds. What should be done when allergic rhinitis triggers sinusitis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
Sinusitis caused by allergic rhinitis requires prompt antibiotic treatment, such as amoxicillin–clavulanate potassium, roxithromycin capsules, or sustained-release cefaclor tablets. Additional oral medications may include ambroxol hydrochloride, Sinucon capsules, and Biyuan Shu oral liquid. For allergic and swollen nasal mucosa, antiallergic agents—such as loratadine and montelukast sodium—are indicated. Intranasal corticosteroid administration (e.g., mometasone furoate) may also be used.
