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If your partner snores on a habitual basis or you snore and it is having a negative effect on various aspects of your life, you may be tempted to try over-the-counter snoring treatment – but do they work?
Over-the-counter medications are treatments that you can buy from pharmacies without a prescription from your doctor. However, it is best to read the instructions carefully and ask your pharmacist for advice if you are not sure which medication to buy.
Which remedies are available for snoring?
There are various over-the-counter snoring treatments and aids on offer, but it is recommended you see your GP if you snore on a regular basis. Remedies available over-the-counter include nasal strips, throat sprays, decongestants and devices that send tiny electric shocks if the individual snores.
Do over-the-counter aids work?
The jury is still out on over-the-counter snoring remedies – some people think they work, while others claim they are not effective. A survey carried out by consumer watchdog Which? suggested that the majority of people who have used over-the-counter remedies do not think they work. The method in how to stop smoking will ultimately depend on what works best for you.
Other snoring treatments: lifestyle changes
In many cases, snoring is caused by lifestyle factors. Risk factors, including drinking, smoking and being overweight, have been associated with snoring and your GP will most likely counsel you to make some changes to your lifestyle before they consider other snoring treatments.
If you are overweight this could be causing you to snore, so losing weight will probably be the best option to stop your snoring. Eating a healthy diet and exercising on a regular basis are the best ways to lose weight. If you need advice about losing weight ask your GP and they will be able to offer advice and provide information.
Smoking is a major cause of snoring, so if you smoke cutting down will probably reduce the amount you snore. Giving up smoking will also have a range of other health benefits. If you want to give up smoking, visit your GP or your practice nurse and ask for advice about giving up. They can then provide information about stop smoking groups in your area and give you advice about giving up.
Alcohol is a frequent cause of snoring so, if you like a drink now and again, try to avoid drinking late at night and try to drink in moderation.