The first saline-based nasal wash drug appeared in pharmacies not so long ago. Today on the shelves you can see a lot of funds designed for this procedure.
Features
Preparations for washing the nose allow you to:
- save a person from a large number of mucous secretions;
- eliminate infectious inflammation in the cavity;
- improve well-being.
Another important function of these products is hydration. As a result of the use of vasoconstrictor drops, excessive dryness may occur, the nasal cavity will burn and itch. Flushing agents have a beneficial effect, eliminating such symptoms. If the procedure is carried out correctly, then the positive effect is visible immediately after washing. Such actions help with:
- chronic inflammation in the upper respiratory tract;
- infectious rhinitis;
- year-round and seasonal allergic rhinitis.
Basically, in preparations for washing the nose, seawater or saline is used as the basis. This composition does not irritate and does not dry out the mucous membranes of the nasopharynx. In addition, it is noted that salt is a natural anti-inflammatory drug that relieves surface irritation and swelling. It contributes to the rapid healing of scratches and abrasions, often occurring with very strong and frequent blowing of the nose. In solutions based on sea water, there are many medicinal trace elements, for example, iodine, which has anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties.
The specific application of saline
Fiz. a solution is a preparation in which there is sodium chloride with a 0.9 percent concentration, and sterile water is another component. Such a composition for the human body is completely harmless, but it helps in the treatment of inflammation of the internal parts of the nose. It well removes pathogens, bacteria and viruses that have fallen on the mucous membrane. Also physical. the solution effectively copes with:
- swelling of the walls of the nasal passages;
- moisturizing the mucous membrane;
- liquefaction and leaching of secretions.
Thanks to the action of sodium chloride solution, nasal congestion disappears, viruses are no longer able to develop. Flush the nose phys. a solution can be every hour, especially in the early days of acute rhinitis, it will help reduce the severity of the course of this disease. For local use, it is recommended to buy a saline solution, which is packed in plastic ampoules, because when opening glass, glass can enter the solution itself. They are allowed to bury their nose even to newborns, this is often necessary if the room has too much air.
Dolphin
According to many doctors and customer reviews, "Dolphin", which copes with congestion, leads the rating of nasal wash products. The kit includes powders for the preparation of a special solution and a device for cleansing the nasal cavity.
The drug contains:
- sea salt;
- liquorice root;
- baking soda;
- rosehip extract.
But people prone to allergies, it is recommended to use the drug "Dolphin" for washing the nose without herbs. The irrigator bottle is convenient, so they can eliminate the inflammation that occurs in the sinuses at home. This procedure is completely harmless, since it is possible to independently control the intensity of the supply of the drug solution.
The instructions for the drug "Dolphin" for washing the nose indicate that the powder should be diluted with water right before the procedure. Stir the mixture so that the dry lumps dissolve completely. Injecting the solution into one nostril, it is necessary to hold your breath, it must flow out from the other. It must be borne in mind that it is impossible to carry out the procedure under high pressure, because there is a chance of infection entering the Eustachian tube.
Reviews on the drug "Dolphin" for washing the nose are mostly positive. Users note that if all the rules are followed and the instructions are followed, the medicine helps eliminate the unpleasant signs of acute sinusitis and rhinitis.
"Aquamaris"
In the line of these drugs there are drugs for the treatment of various diseases. The most popular are inexpensive preparations for washing the nose, such as:
- Aquamaris Strong;
- "Aquamaris Sens";
- Aquamaris Plus.
"Aquamaris Strong"
The drug is prepared on the basis of saline hypertonic solution. It is allowed to apply from the first year of life. As a result of washing, "Aquamaris Strong" eliminates the strong cold that occurs when:
- rhinosinusitis;
- sinusitis;
- rinit.
Use consists of instilling a solution into each nasal passage 3-4 times a day. Procedures should be carried out 2 weeks.
"Aquamaris Sens"
This product contains sea salt, which interacts with another biologically active substance, ectoine, produced by individual microorganisms. This substance protects cells from damage.
"Aquamaris Sens" refers to nasal lavage preparations for sinusitis with progressive allergic reactions. The course of treatment lasts until the allergy season ends. Children under 2 years old are allowed to use the drug 4 times a day.
Aquamaris Plus
This isotonic solution perfectly copes with nasal congestion. It contains sea water and dexpanthenol, thanks to these two components, the drug has a healing effect, restores and improves the mucous membrane, reduces the inflammation process.
They are washed with sinuses with sinusitis, when damage to the mucous membrane occurs. It is also recommended to use it as a preventive measure for sinusitis and rhinitis, pregnant women can also use it. You can rinse your nose with Aquamaris Plus no more than eight times a day, the duration of treatment is one month.
"Aqualor"
Means for sanitation of the nasal cavity "Aqualor" is produced together with a special nozzle, it is very convenient to calculate the desired dose with it. The composition includes sea water and a small amount of additional components that are necessary in order to moisturize the cavity. You can also use the medicine for young children, because it does not have allergic substances. "Aqualor" is considered a safe tool that does not cause irritation of the mucosa.
The most popular nasal lavage preparations with sea water of this brand are:
- "Aqualor Extra Forte", in which there is a hypertonic sea solution, as additional components - extract of aloe vera and Roman chamomile. It is used for acute rhinitis and inflammation in the paranasal sinuses. This tool has antiseptic and immunostimulating properties.
- "Aqualor Forte". The composition of this drug also has a hypertonic solution of sea water. They mainly treat congestion and serious illnesses. Use is allowed for children from the age of two.
- "Akvalor Soft". The basis of the aerosol is isotonic seawater. The tool helps to improve the condition of too dry sinuses, it is used for allergic rhinitis.
- "Aqualor Baby". This drug, available in the form of a spray or drops, is specifically designed to treat babies.
Marimer
Drops for nose "Marimer" is a solution of sea water. Doctors prescribe this medicine for various diseases that are accompanied by copious mucus secretion and congestion. Drops can be used:
- in the presence of allergens in the air, for example, during the flowering of various herbs;
- as a prophylactic in case of a threat of infection;
- after surgery
- with increased dust and dry air.
Among the preparations for washing the nose in children, Marimer is considered one of the most effective; you just need to follow the instructions exactly, follow the dosage and follow the doctor’s instructions.
"No Sol"
This remedy is nothing but a hypotonic solution of sodium chloride - salt. After washing, the mucus dissolves well, liquefies and is easily removed. "No-Sol" is released in the form of a spray and drops. This drug moisturizes the mucous membranes well, softens dense mucus and dried crusts in the nose, and also gently removes them. Spray is recommended for children after two years of age.
Humer
This product is 100% pure isotonic sea water. The bottle is equipped with a special nozzle, so it is convenient to use the drug for both adults and older children, although they can also wash their nose and babies over the age of a month. "Humer" is an excellent prophylactic that is used as part of the complex treatment of allergic, viral and colds. It is absolutely harmless, which means that pregnant and lactating women can use it.
The review of the nose wash is not limited to the ones listed above, there are a large number of analogues in which the active substance is a salt solution or sea water. Such drugs are not harmful to health, they have an insignificant list of adverse reactions and restrictions, therefore they are popular.
Those people who are not able to be treated with anti-rhinitis medications can rinse their nose with saline solutions. This method is widely practiced by yogis. If it is carried out correctly, then there will be no harm from it, but exclusively only benefit.
How to rinse your nose?
In order for the liquid not to get into the respiratory tract, and also no complications happen, it is necessary to use drugs for washing the nose with a runny nose. The procedure is very simple, only you need to know the sequence of manipulations for each age of the patient and clearly follow them.
If you have to rinse the nose of a small child, then you need to put it on its side and drip a few drops into the nasal passage, which is located below. The active substance will penetrate the sinuses, as a result of its action, thick mucus will begin to dissolve, and rough dry crusts will become soft. Then the child is turned on the other side, the drug is instilled into the second nostril, after a while the leaked contents must be wiped. If the baby has already learned to blow his nose, you need to ask to do it, but only carefully and without straining so that the infection does not penetrate further into the ear canals. During blowing, one nostril must be clamped. Prescribe a specific drug for washing and the dose should be a doctor.
Older children can be irrigated or instilled with sinuses in the sitting or standing position. The required amount of the drug is sprayed into each nostril, the head must be turned in the direction of the processed nasal passage. The tool will help wash the mucus, it is necessary, without effort, blow your nose and begin manipulation with the other nostril. The procedure for washing in adults is exactly the same. Such measures can be carried out until the nasal passages are completely cleared. Be sure to monitor how the body behaves, because although quite rarely, allergic reactions can occur.
Reviews
According to doctors, preparations for washing the nose, when compared with folk remedies, have some advantages:
- permanent proven composition;
- guaranteed sterility;
- great efficiency.
According to reviews, due to their convenient packaging, these products are simple and quick to use. Also, users note the low cost of drugs for washing the nose. Unlike home remedies, they are already ready to perform the procedure. And thanks to the stable composition, if after the first use of allergic reactions did not occur, then the solution can be used without any fear for a long time.
The effectiveness of the treatment of various diseases of the nasopharynx increases if drugs for local irrigation of the internal parts of the nose begin to be used at the first signs of the disease.