How to Use Nasal Sprays

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Using Nasal Sprays

  1. Blow your nose gently before using the spray.

  2. Gently insert the bottle tip into one nostril. Press on the other side of your nose with one finger to close off the other nostril.

  3. Keep your head upright.

  4. Breathe in quickly while squeezing the bottle.

  5. Repeat in other nostril.

  6. Do not blow your nose right after using the spray.

 

REMEMBER:

Follow directions carefully

Do not miss doses

Store medications out of reach of children

Use nasal pump spray only as long as directed

 

This report on medications is for your information only, and is not considered individual patient advice. Because of the changing nature of drug information, please consult your physician or pharmacist about specific clinical use.

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Last Reviewed September 1, 2010, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists® 4500 East-West Highway, Suite 900, Bethesda, Maryland 20814 USA. All Rights Reserved. Duplication for commercial use must be authorized by ASHP.

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