Nasal Removers

Many of us have had to wash our noses. To this end, a variety of means are used. Which of them are considered the most popular today?

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Indications

Usually, nasal lavage remedies are necessary for sinusitis. They help to wash away the mucus from the maxillary sinuses. This is especially important in cases of violation of evacuation of mucus and the attachment of inflammation with the formation of pus. Only by washing can one get rid of this unpleasant problem. Means for washing help to remove swelling on the mucous surface, bring the capillary system into tone, improve the local immunity of the epithelium itself. The main task of washing is not so much a decrease in the amount of mucus, but a restoration of the natural way of its withdrawal.

In addition, nasal washing agents are used for:

1. Adenoid.
2. Vasomotor and allergic rhinitis.
3. Other inflammations of the paranasal sinuses.

Preparations, which are based on sea salt, can be used to prevent infectious diseases. In winter, they are simply irreplaceable, especially if the house is too dry air. People who are forced to work in a polluted atmosphere often use nasal lavage products to keep the nasal sinuses healthy.

The ciliated epithelium of the sinus. Goblet cells produce mucus that captures external particles. In the case of chronic sinusitis, the movement of the cilia of the epithelium is disturbed, the mucus stagnates in the mucosa and thickens.

The names of the means for washing the nose

Today in pharmacies, you can find various names for nasal lavage products. Therefore, the buyer is difficult to navigate in such a huge amount. Which of them are considered the most popular?

Physiomer. The main active component of this nasal spray is an isotonic sterile solution of sea salt. It is thanks to him that you can easily remove mucus from the nasal sinuses, protect yourself from infections and become healthier in the winter. The drug has anti-edematous and anti-inflammatory effect. It is indicated for the treatment of acute respiratory infections, rhinitis, rhinosinusitis, for the hygiene of the nasal cavity. The drug can be used from the age of two. The dosage is usually this: two to four washes per day. Can be used during pregnancy and lactation.

Quix. It is based on water from the Atlantic Ocean, so it has an anti-inflammatory effect. Also, the agent has a mucolytic effect, which makes it possible to increase the yield of the solution from the nasal sinus. The composition of the drug also includes minerals and trace elements, which help strengthen the body's defense systems. A means is used to wash the nose with rhinitis, rhinosinusitis, allergies, seasonal infectious diseases. After the first application of the spray, a slight burning sensation on the mucosa may be felt. The drug can be used for quite a long time, since it does not cause side effects. The application can be started from three months. Children use once or twice a day, adults - two or three times a day.

Dolphin

This means for washing the nose consists of a special mixture from which the solution is made. The composition of the drug is sea salt, plant components, iodine, sodium chloride, trace elements, magnesium ions. Due to this, Dolphin is characterized by antiseptic, regenerating and anti-inflammatory effect. Among the main plant components should be highlighted: rose hips extract, licorice root. Using this tool helps to remove pathogenic elements that can cause inflammation of the nasal mucosa, reduce swelling, improve the yield of pus, prevent otitis media.

Dolphin is used for rhinitis, allergies, rhinosinusitis, dry nose sinuses, sinusitis, irritations of the nasal mucosa, adenitis. To apply the drug pour into a bottle of boiled water (35 degrees) and pour the contents of the package. Tighten the lid of the vial, shake it thoroughly so that the powder completely dissolves into the liquid. With difficulty in breathing, you must first drip into the nose of any vasodilator (for example, Nafazolin). Lean over the sink, attach the bottle cap to the nostril and inject the liquid, holding your breath. After the procedure, blow your nose and raise your head. Do the instillation twice a day. Therapy can last up to two weeks.

Among the main side effects of using Dolphin can be identified:

1. Bleeding from the nose.
2. Eustachyte.

Contraindications to the use of the drug:

1. Children up to four years.
2. Tumors in the nasal sinuses.
3. Bleeding.
4. Deformed nasal septum.
5. Allergy to the components of the drug.

Very carefully apply a product for washing the nose during pregnancy.

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Aquamaris

Included in the line of drugs from the well-known Croatian company "Yadran". Here you can find the means for treating various diseases. Differ a good price. Among the most popular drugs from this line are:

• Aquamaris Plus. Isotonic solution, which is perfect for treating nasal congestion even in infants. In its composition there is sea water, therefore the preparation differs healing and reparant effect. Also active component of the drug is dexpanthenol, which, getting on the nasal mucosa, helps to restore it, reduce the inflammatory process, improve the shell.

Usually, this nasal wash is used in sinusitis, when the nasal mucosa is damaged. It can be used to prevent rhinitis and sinusitis, to improve the nose, even in pregnant women.

Do not use the drug more than eight times a day. The duration of treatment is four weeks. After a month's break, you can start the course again.

• Aquamaris Sens. The preparation contains sea salt, which interacts with another component - ectoin. It is a biologically active substance that is produced by some microorganisms. The main feature of ectoin is the fact that it helps protect cells from damage. Usually, Aquamaris Sens is used in cases of sinusitis with progressive allergic reactions. Children from two years can use the remedy not more than four times a day. At the same time, the course of treatment can be continued until the allergy season ends.
• Akvamaris Strong. At the heart of the drug is a hypertonic saline solution that helps get rid of a strong rhinitis with rhinitis, sinusitis, rhinosinusitis. Can be used from the first year of life. Apply the drug to each nasal passage separately from three to four times a day. The duration of therapy is two weeks.

Aqualor

This brand, under which various means are created to wash the nose, is known to everyone who often suffers from rhinitis, sinusitis and sinusitis. The main components in these preparations are water from the Atlantic Ocean.

The most popular means for washing the nose of this brand are:

• Aqualor Baby. The drug is specially adapted for use in the treatment of babies. It is available as a drop or spray and is completely sterile.
• Akvalor Soft. This is an aerosol that is based on isotonic sea water. It is used for allergies or allergic rhinitis, and also to improve the condition of the nasal sinuses if they are too dry.
• Aqualor Forte. The composition of the drug is a hypertonic solution of sea water, so it is usually used to treat serious diseases and nasal congestion. You can apply the drug starting from two years.
• Aqualor Extra Forte. It also consists of hypertonic sea solution, but it is used by those who suffer from inflammation in the paranasal sinuses or acute rhinitis. The preparation also has additional components: an extract of chamomile Roman, an extract of aloe vera. They have an immunostimulating and antiseptic effect.

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Alternative for washing the nose

In alternative medicine, you can find a huge variety of recipes that help get rid of nasal congestion by washing it.

Broths of chamomile are the best alternative for washing the nose. Even if you take just a few flowers of this healing plant and pour a glass of boiled water, you can easily get rid of the common cold. In chamomile, there are flavonoids and essential oils that have an anti-allergic, analgesic, soothing effect.

Propionis is very popular with early genyantritis. It must be brewed in 250 ml of water. In the liquid, add up to 15 drops of propolis tincture and one teaspoon of salt. Use such an alternative means for washing the nose should be two to three times a day.

Sometimes it is used to wash the nose celandine, but it is worth remembering that this plant is in large quantities is poisonous. To make the right solution, you need to take two drops of juice from a fresh plant (using a pipette) in a glass of water. Purity helps to liquefy mucus, withdraw it and pus from the sinuses, to overcome polyps.

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Means for washing the nose in children

There are several effective means for washing the nose in children, but the most popular is Dolphin's baby. It can be used from the age of four. It is used for allergies, rhinitis, colds and flu, for the prevention of infectious diseases. Dolphin can not be used if the child is sick with otitis, if it has an allergy to the components of the drug, or if bleeding occurs from the nose.

Humer is another popular and effective drug that can be used even for infants. The drug can be used from the first month of life. The product is quite expensive, but it has a special children's tip, which can easily and easily spray the liquid.

Nasal washing technique

Babies up to two years old must wash their noses in the supine position on their backs. The head should be tilted to the side. First, it is necessary to irrigate the nasal passage that is on top. After the procedure, plant the baby and ask for a bleb. Repeat all steps with a different nasal turn.

Adults and older children can carry out the procedure standing or sitting. To get the maximum effect from irrigation, the head needs to be slightly turned to the side. Then press the spray gun. When the liquid enters the nasal sinuses, try to blow your nose carefully. Rinse the nose only if you can breathe freely. Otherwise, you must first sip the vasoconstrictor.

Contraindications

As a rule, among the main contraindications for the use of funds for washing the nose are:

1. Allergic reactions to the main components of drugs.
2. Some products can not be used by children under four years of age.
3. Malignant and benign tumors of the nose.
4. Frequent bleeding from the nose.
5. Complete stuffy nasal sinuses.
6. Obstruction of the nose due to curvature of the septum.

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Complications

Complications after using nasal washing agents usually occur if the procedure is not performed correctly. What are the rules for washing the nose?

1. Before the procedure, blow your nose carefully.
2. After spraying, completely remove the solution from the nasal sinuses.
3. Do not do this before bed.

The most common complications after improper rinsing are: eustachitis and sinusitis. The fact is that the solution can enter the Eustachian tubes or nasal sinuses, which leads to the development of inflammation.

Do not abuse washes, as they can wash and positive microflora, which leads to a decrease in immunity.

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Inexpensive means for washing the nose

Furacilin is an inexpensive and fairly affordable drug that is often used to wash the nose during infectious diseases. It differs in antimicrobial and antiparasitic effect. This remedy is a powerful weapon against many known microbes.

There are almost no side effects, except for allergic reactions to certain components of the drug. But it can not be used for people with kidney disease. The active substance of the agent is nitrofuran. To use, take half the tablet and dilute it in 500 ml of water (preferably boiled and warm).