If you or your loved one experience problems with nasal breathing because of congestion or infections, it’s high time to start using a nasal spray. Not all on them produce strong side effects — some are both safe and efficient. Check out the Top 5 of safe nasal sprays.
Sanorin
With the help of such drops, it will be possible to alleviate the condition of a sick person after the first application, and literally five to six days later, the runny nose will recede completely. This product contains naphazoline nitrate, which has an original and complex mechanism of action on the human body. With its help, it is possible to achieve narrowing of blood vessels, it also contains additional substances that dry the nasal cavity and the mucous membrane itself, reducing discharge. The product is made in the form of drops, spray or emulsion, so everyone can choose the most suitable option for themselves. As auxiliary elements, it contains water, boric acid, ethylenediamine and methyl parahydroxybenzoate. It is dispensed in pharmacies without a prescription, and is well suited to combat acute or chronic rhinitis, sinusitis, sinusitis, and other diseases of the nasopharynx.
The composition also has aloe extract, which is able to cope well with seasonal allergic reactions. You should not use the drug in case of high blood pressure, tachycardia, various vascular diseases, and eye diseases. During the day, you can instill the drug in the nose no more than four times, at approximately the same time intervals. Maximum should be used for seven days (children — no more than three).
Benefits:
- Inexpensive, but very effective tool;
- It contains many active substances that allow you to quickly cope with a runny nose;
- Long shelf life
- It is released without a prescription.
Disadvantages:
- A decent amount of contraindications.
Framycetin
It allows you to actively deal with infections on the mucous membranes of the nose and sinuses. This is a fairly effective remedy, which has in its composition an antibiotic that inhibits pathogens. Products are produced in the form of a spray with a dispenser, due to which the medicine is evenly distributed throughout the nasal cavity, penetrating even the most inaccessible places. The function of the active substance here is performed by framycetin sulfate — its concentration is 12.5 ml per 800,000 units. The volume of one bottle is 15 ml. In general, the developer and sole manufacturer of this product is the French pharmaceutical company Bouchard Recordati Laboratories. The area of influence of the drug is not too wide, therefore it can be used both as an independent tool and in combination with other drug.
Framycetin has been shown to be effective in the treatment of sinusitis, rhinitis, rhinopharyngitis and other complications of the common cold; a rather good effect is obtained in the fight against sinusitis. However, to get rid of the last pathology, it is necessary that the patient does not have deformities in the nasal septum. Spray is often prescribed for the prevention and restoration of immunity, especially in the period of postoperative recovery of the body, when its resistance to disease is reduced.
Benefits:
- Contains an active antibiotic leading to the death of viruses and bacteria;
- It can be used for children aged 1 year;
- Well-pronounced bactericidal effect;
- It is used for individual use or for complex therapy.
Disadvantages:
- Use should only be recommended by a doctor.
Oxymetazoliine
It is produced in several versions — in the usual dosage, for people who are prone or suffering from allergic reactions, for children of different ages. The drug has an excellent vasoconstrictor effect, and the effect can be achieved almost immediately after use. Normal breathing immediately returns to the patient, well-being improves significantly, the amount of nasal discharge is also reduced. Due to this medication, it is possible to restore ventilation between the ear and sinuses, so that the effect of stuffy ears, which is so common with colds, is eliminated. This allows you to prevent the development of diseases such as otitis media, sinusitis or eustachitis. The concentration of active substances here is optimal in order to effectively cope with a runny nose and prevent the body from quickly getting used to this remedy.
Oxymetazoline hydrochloride is used here as an active substance — it contains about 0.1 mg in one package (it depends on who this drug is intended for). When used in the right concentrations, it does not irritate the nasal mucosa. A positive effect can be achieved for up to 12 hours. To some components of the drug, some people have individual intolerance. An overdose of the substance should not be allowed, as this can lead to the opposite effect — the feeling of congestion will intensify, sometimes even blood pressure rises.
Benefits:
- It is possible to achieve an almost instant effect;
- There are options for small children, people with allergic diseases, and so on;
- Long shelf life
- Easy to use drug;
- Sold over the counter;
- Reasonable cost.
Disadvantages:
- There are some contraindications and side effects;
- Incompatible with some modern medicines.
Protargol
Such drops can be used not only for acute, but also for chronic runny nose. The main active agent is silver proteinate. With the help of this substance, it is possible to achieve a drying and antibacterial effect. In addition, N-pyrrolidone is still contained here, it contains protargol, which was previously prescribed to patients as an independent medicine, but it has a short shelf life. Drops are well suited to combat the pathological processes occurring in the nasal mucosa, with rhinitis formed due to inflammation or allergic reactions. They will also prove to be quite useful in the presence of adenoids and polyps, if there are active pathologies in the paranasal sinuses. After various kinds of surgical interventions, the tool is often used to wash the surface of the mucosa.
The tool can be used to treat fairly young children, as well as for prevention in the cold season, when infectious diseases are very widespread. There are certain side effects, so use this drug only according to the instructions. In particular, such drops are not suitable for people suffering from atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, glaucoma. In addition, pregnant and lactating women should refrain from using them.
Benefits:
- Extended functionality
- Several active substances that have a versatile effect;
- Available without a prescription.
Disadvantages:
- There are some side effects — burning in the nostrils, redness of the eyes, and so on;
- People with certain diseases are not allowed to use this drug.
XClear
There is a clear solution in the vial, which is injected into the nose by pressing the bottle. It has no special smell, but after irrigation in the mouth a sweetish taste of xylitol is felt. Helps with a slight cold, does not dry the mucous membrane, it can also help to avoid infection, so I will also order experimenting in the winter. The mild runny nose nevertheless eliminates and does not cause harm, so it’s worth trying it. It cannot cope with a severe form of nasal congestion, but natural remedies are rarely capable of this.
Xylitol gently cleanses the sinuses and nasal passages, flushes polluting and irritating substances, and helps moisturize the nasal passages from dry air and pollutants. It weakens the secretion of mucus. This spray is absolutely safe even for babies and can be used as often as necessary, just before going out. In general, there are some advantages. In some users, especially kids, it causes a burning sensation
Pros:
- Gently cleanses, moisturizes and soothes the sinuses and passages.
- Eliminates polluting and irritating agents, as well as other aerobic pollutants.
- The patented moisturizing formula with xylitol.
Cons:
- It does not help with heavy congestion;
- Burns nose in some users.
