Vitamin B5 : Effective Treatment for Rhinitis
Clinical Study Title:
Dexpanthenol nasal spray as an effective therapeutic principle for
treatment of rhinitis sicca anterior.
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English Summary: |
This
study examined the effectiveness of a vitamin B5 supplement
called dexpanthenol in treating rhinitis. A total
of 48 participants who had been diagnosed with rhinitis
were included in this study. Half of the participants
received a nasal spray with the vitamin B5, while
the other half only received a placebo. Those participants
taking the vitamin B5 treatment reported minimal side
effects, as well as an improvement in the condition
over the group taking the placebo. This suggests that
dexpanthenol is a safe and effective treatment for
rhinitis and should be considered as an alternative
to traditional medicines for this disorder. |
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Authors:
Kehrl W. Sonnemann U.
Institution:
Hals-Nasen-Ohrenklinik, Universitatskrankenhauses Hamburg-Eppendorf.
Country of Publication:
Germany
Source:
Laryngo- Rhino- Otologie. 77(9):506-12, 1998 Sep.
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