Is Sudafed Good for Sinusitis?

Along the same lines as OTC options, antihistamine medications, such as Sudafed, Claritin, Zyrtec or Benadryl, can also offer sinus infection symptom relief. While these medications specifically target allergy symptoms, sinus infection symptoms can be similar, making antihistamines worth a try.

Can Sudafed make a sinus infection worse?

But don't use decongestants for longer or more often than what's recommended — overusing decongestant nasal sprays can actually lead to rebound congestion and make your symptoms worse. Talk to your doctor before trying a nasal decongestant, and use it only as directed.

Will Sudafed help sinus pressure?

OTC medications that may help include: Decongestants. These work by narrowing blood vessels to help reduce inflammation and swelling that cause sinus congestion. Such OTC medications (Sudafed, others) are available in liquids, tablets and nasal sprays.