Aqua Maris medicines are very popular not only in Russia, but also abroad. This was mainly due to the high effectiveness of these drugs and the minimum number of contraindications. This group of drugs is saline sprays and drops recommended for washing the nasal cavity. At the same time, they can be used both for prophylaxis and in the treatment of the common cold (including allergic) and other diseases of the nasal cavity.
Use the "Aqua Maris" -spray instruction advises for children older than a year (earlier you can refer to the drops) and adults. The preparation contains purified sea water without any additives. However, in some forms, for example, the product "Aqua Maris Plus" additionally includes panthenol. This drug is usually recommended for people with increased dryness of the mucosa or with a runny nose, accompanied by increased crusting.
Many therapists, allergists, and ENT doctors advise purchasing Aqua Maris (spray) for those who are prone to frequent colds. The trace elements contained in it contribute to the improvement of the functions of the ciliated epithelium, and also support the physiologically normal state of the nasal mucosa.
The instruction recommends using the medicine "Aqua Maris" (spray) in the following cases: in acute and chronic diseases, infections of the nasal cavity, allergic rhinitis. There are no information on cases of overdose of the drug and its pharmacological interaction with other drugs.
Among the side effects for the drug, allergic reactions may occur. In addition, with improper use of the drug, eustachitis can often form. To prevent this from happening, you must follow the recommendations given in the instructions. Drops are used for infants, and for older children, if you need deep washing, instead of spray it is better to use the Aqua Maris Home remedy, which has a special device that prevents the solution from entering the Eustachian canal. The drug is dispensed in a pharmacy without a prescription, and thanks to the production technology, unique in its kind, it can be kept at room temperature for a long time, while the efficiency does not decrease.
The drug "Aqua Maris" during pregnancy is absolutely harmless, so it can be used without fear for the treatment of the common cold and acute respiratory viral infections (in combination with other authorized medicines) during this period. In general, this remedy has practically no contraindications, the exception is the form in the form of a spray for children under the age of one year, since its use can lead to mucosal injury or other complications.
For the prevention of "Aqua Maris" -spray, the instruction recommends the use of babies from a year to 7 years old 2-3 times a day, while it is necessary to do one injection into each nostril. This is relevant in an epidemiologically dangerous period, as well as when drying the air in the room where the child is often (using air conditioners, split systems, central heating). Children who have reached the age of seven are allowed 2 injections as necessary, but no more than 4 times a day, and adults up to 6 times.
For softening and subsequent removal of accumulated secretions and mucus, the Aqua Maris (spray) preparation recommends using as much as necessary. Excess fluid is gently removed with a cotton swab. In this case, the procedure can be repeated many times until the goal (removal or softening of the crusts and mucus) is reached.
For treatment, the spray is prescribed for children from one year to seven years, 2 doses in each nostril 4 times a day, after seven years - up to 6 times, adults can use the drug up to 8 times (you can inject it 2-3 times). The course can last 2-3 weeks, if necessary, repeated after a month.
For the treatment of rhinitis, it is possible to use other drugs at the same time, while the Aqua Maris spray does not affect their effectiveness.