Should I Store Nasal Spray for Rhinitis in the Fridge?

It is generally not advisable to put nasal spray in the refrigerator. Nasal spray is a kind of external medicine. If it is put in the refrigerator, it may affect the efficacy and may also cause adverse reactions. Nasal spray is usually a kind of drops used to treat rhinitis diseases, such as Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray, Budesonide Nasal Spray, and Mometasone Furoate Nasal Spray. The specific medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.

1. Affecting Efficacy:

Putting nasal spray in the refrigerator generally will not have any effect, because there is no medication in the refrigerator, and the composition of the medication will not change with temperature changes. Placing it in the refrigerator may also affect the efficacy, so it is generally ineffective to put nasal spray in the refrigerator.

2. Causing Adverse Reactions:

After being placed in the refrigerator, nasal spray may react with bacteria, dust, and other substances in the air, leading to drug deterioration and the growth of a large number of bacteria. When the human body inhales too many bacteria, it may stimulate the nasal mucosa, causing congestion, edema, and other phenomena, worsening rhinitis symptoms. In addition, after nasal spray is placed in the refrigerator and its properties change, it may lose its therapeutic effect, thereby affecting the treatment of the disease.

3. Other Hazards:

After being placed in the refrigerator, nasal spray may be contaminated by bacteria in the refrigerator, leading to bacterial growth. After accidental ingestion, it may irritate the gastrointestinal mucosa, causing abdominal pain, diarrhea, and other discomforts, which are detrimental to health. If you accidentally put nasal spray in the refrigerator and experience physical discomfort, it is recommended to promptly visit the otolaryngology department of a hospital for a blood test and other examinations to determine the specific situation before taking medication.