Saline solution is used to treat nasal congestion.
Do not use nasal saline solution:
When used correctly, there are no particular precautions to take.
Warnings and precautions:
Ointment: It should not be used in case of hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the ointment.
Spray: No application trials.
Possible side effects:
Stop using the product and seek immediate medical attention if you experience tightness in the throat, swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue, feel faint, or have difficulty breathing.
Stop using the product if you experience hives or itching of the face or body.
How to use nasal saline solution:
Due to hygienic reasons and to avoid infection, each ointment/spray tube should be used by one person only. After application, the nozzle of the tube should be wiped clean.
Nasal ointment: Insert a 1-cm string of ointment into each nostril, several times daily.
Nasal spray: Adults and children (age 2 years and older) spray 1 to 2 times into each nostril several times daily.
Infants and children (up to 2 years of age) spray once in each nostril several times daily.