Evidence supporting the use of: Bicarbonate (mixed)
For the health condition: Congestion (sinus)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Bicarbonate (mixed), commonly in the form of sodium bicarbonate, has traditionally been used as a component of saline nasal irrigation solutions to help relieve sinus congestion. The use of bicarbonate in this context is not based on direct scientific validation for its decongestant effects, but rather on anecdotal and historical practices. The addition of bicarbonate to saline solutions is believed to help buffer the solution, making it less irritating to the nasal mucosa compared to plain saline. This can make nasal irrigation more comfortable, which may encourage patient adherence to the practice. The actual relief of congestion is primarily due to the mechanical action of rinsing mucus and allergens from the nasal passages, rather than any direct pharmacological effect of bicarbonate itself. There are some studies supporting the use of saline (with or without bicarbonate) for sinus congestion, but the specific role of bicarbonate beyond buffering is not well established. Therefore, evidence supporting bicarbonate’s specific use for sinus congestion is limited, and the practice is upheld more by tradition and patient preference than by robust scientific proof.

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