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Definition of Decongestant

1. Noun. A drug that decreases pulmonary congestion.

Definition of Decongestant

1. Noun. A drug that relieves congestion, e.g. pseudoephedrine. ¹

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Definition of Decongestant

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Medical Definition of Decongestant

1. This represents a large group of sympathomimetic medications that act to constrict blood vessels in the nasal passages and reduce congestion or swelling. Common medications include pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, phenylpropanolamine, oxymetazoline and phenylephrine. Can be delivered as a pH balanced nasal solution. (09 Oct 1997)

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