PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

• Active ingredient: Sodium Chloride 0.65% w/v (saline solution)
• Preservative: Often Benzalkonium chloride (varies by brand)
• Form: Sterile nasal drops/saline solution

Indication / Use

Used for:

• Nasal congestion (blocked nose)
• Dry nasal passages
• Nasal irritation from:
• Common cold
• Allergies/hay fever
• Dry air or dust exposure
• Helps:
• Loosen mucus
• Moisturize nasal lining
• Improve breathing

It is a saline moisturizer, not an antibiotic or steroid.

Direction of Use

• Tilt head slightly backward
• Instill:
• 1–2 drops in each nostril as needed
• Infants may use 1 drop each nostril
• Avoid touching the nozzle to the nose
• Can be used several times daily if required
• Blow or clean nose gently after a few minutes

Side Effects

Common:

• Mild nasal irritation
• Sneezing
• Cough
• Temporary unusual taste in mouth

Rare:

• Burning sensation
• Increased nasal irritation
• Allergic reaction (very uncommon)

Warnings

• For nasal use only
• Do not share bottle with others
• Stop use if:
• Severe irritation develops
• Swelling or bleeding occurs
• Avoid contamination of dropper tip
• Use within recommended time after opening

Interactions

Generally very safe with minimal interactions.

Possible caution with:

• Lithium
• Tolvaptan
  (because of sodium content, though nasal absorption is very low)

Caution

• Usually safe in:
• Infants
• Children
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Does NOT provide instant decongestant effect like xylometazoline sprays
• Persistent congestion may indicate:
• Sinus infection
• Allergic rhinitis
• Enlarged adenoids/nasal polyps
• Overuse is generally safer than medicated decongestant sprays because saline does not cause rebound congestion