Nasal saline irrigation

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Most-Reviewed Use: ANTIBIOTICS

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Brand Name: NA

Drug Class: Irrigant

FDA Category: other

CompendiRx Topic(s): Other

Dosage Form: Tablet Aerosol solution - 177mL; Packet (nasal) - 40 each, 50 each, 51 each, 100 each; Solution - 0.65% (29.6mL, 30mL, 45mL, 50mL, 60mL, 237mL, 480mL)

Common Usage: removal of pollen and/or excess mucus to relieve nasal congestion due to colds, allergies, or upper respiratory tract infections

How it works

Direct cleansing, removal of inflammatory mediators, improved mucociliary function

Pregnancy

Not assigned. Likely safe.

Lactation

Usually compatible with breastfeeding

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