Side effects of using nasal sprays

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Types of nasal spray

There are some types of nasal spray that can be used to get rid of the effects of congestion and nasal congestion. So as not to cause difficulty breathing and lung pain, it can be used without a doctor’s prescription because it is completely safe for children and adults, such as:

• Otrivin 0.05% nasal spray for children, removes congestion from the nose helps the child breathe better and feel better in the breathing process, and eliminates severe congestion and nasal infections such as itching, sneezing, and runny nose.
• Otrivin Complete Nasal Spray for Adults 10ml treats nasal congestion and stops runny nose. It also eliminates all the symptoms of bad colds at once. It also contributes to improving breathing and relieving congestion.
• Otrivin Menthol spray to facilitate breathing, reduce fluid secretion, and relieve nasal congestion resulting from sinus infections.

All of these sprays work to relieve nasal congestion or hay fever, and thus work to constrict the blood vessels in the nasal mucosa and work to shrink the tissue, remove congestion, and improve breathing further.

 

 

How to use the nasal spray?

Nasal spray is considered an easy-to-use medication, but it must be used correctly in order to give the desired effect, which is as follows:

 

Before using the spray

Before you use the nasal spray, you must follow some steps in order to obtain the benefits of the medicinal compound inside the spray and improve the patient’s condition. This is done through the following steps:

1. First, prepare the sprayer and collect its supplies correctly, including the sprayer, pump, and wipes that you need while applying it.
2. The nose must be blown well so that it is cleaned of mucus and the medicine can reach the nasal cavity properly.
3. Hands are then washed with soap and water, and hand sanitizer can also be used to ensure the elimination of microbes.
4. The package should be shaken well before use and the instructions for use should be followed carefully.

 

When using the spray

After you prepare to use the nasal spray correctly, the steps for use begin as follows:

1. First, remove the cap of the nasal spray.
2. The sprayer is installed well and the front end is placed between the index finger at the top and the thumb at the bottom.
3. The spray nozzle is directed to the nostril in which it is intended to be placed, while blocking the other nostril with your finger.
4. The front tip of the spray is inserted into the nose, then pressure is applied to the spray, but care must be taken not to insert it too much so as not to harm the nasal mucosa and cause inflammation.
5. The patient then takes a long breath by simply pressing the spray, then the tip of the container is removed from the nose, then he waits for approximately 10 seconds, then the dose is repeated again if the patient’s condition requires it, and the doctor must be consulted.
6. After you finish taking the dose, you must return the spray cap to its place so that the container is not contaminated.
7. After about a quarter of an hour of using the spray, you must gently empty the nose of mucus, then wash your hands well with soap and water.
8. The spray is stored in the desired location according to the instructions on it.

 

 

Contraindications for using nasal sprays without a prescription

There are some cases in which nasal spray should not be used without consulting a doctor, and these cases are as follows:

• Heart disease.
• Cases of patients with diabetes.
• When suffering from high blood pressure.
• Thyroid disease.
• There are some urination problems and prostate tumors.
• Sprays of this type should not be used on children under 6 years of age.
• In cases of pregnancy, you should not use any medications in general before consulting a doctor, about sprays

 

 

The expiration date of the nasal spray after opening

There is an expiration period for using nasal sprays, which is written on the outside of the package, provided that they are stored well, but caution and precaution must be taken when using them after opening, as follows:

• Nasal sprays are usually used for only 3 days after opening them and should not be used after that.
• You must also adhere to the specified doses and not exceed them so as not to cause nasal congestion.

 

 

Sprays must be dispensed by prescription

There are some types of sprays that should be used after consulting a doctor, and the most important types are:

• Antihistamine nasal sprays work to relieve allergy symptoms in the nose and reduce the effects of sneezing and runny nose.
• Ipratropium nasal sprays work to reduce mucus production in the nose, but they do not work to reduce the symptoms of sneezing and runny nose and cannot be used in patients with prostate disease.
• Some types of steroid nasal sprays can only be dispensed by prescription because of their greater ability to relieve symptoms faster and stronger.

 

 

Side effects of using nasal sprays

There are some side effects that may appear when using nasal spray, the most important of which are the following:

• Decongestant nasal sprays cause rhinitis, which occurs as a result of frequent use of the spray.
• A severe burning sensation inside the nose.
• Occasional frequent sneezing.
• Increased secretions in the nose.

Sprays for adults may cause some problems if taken by children, including decreased ability to breathe, a drop in heart rate, and a feeling of drowsiness, as well as high or low blood pressure. They may also lead to a coma, so they must be kept out of the reach of children.

 

 

Is there another alternative to nasal sprays?

Yes, there is a type of these sprays, but they are in the form of drops and they are as follows:

• Otrivin 0.1% drops for adults, 10 ml, treats congestion, and nasal infections and treats all cold symptoms. It also improves the breathing process and clears the mucous membranes in the nose.
• Otrivin nasal drops are considered one of the best types of drops that treat nasal congestion, reduce inflammation of the mucous membranes, and work to clean the sinuses and expel mucus.

 

Here we have reached the end of this article in which we learned about the types of nasal sprays that are used with a prescription and also without a prescription and the most important side effects from using them. You can follow our blog to learn more about medical information.