Taking Nasal Drops
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Nasal steroid drops are used for more the control of more severe nose and sinus problems caused by inflammation (rhinitis and rhinosinusitis). Different nasal drops are used for short-term and long-term control of nasal conditions, but they all act by decreasing the amount of inflammation in your nasal cavity and sinuses. To get the most out of your nasal drops, consistency is key. Learning the best technique with which to administer your spray, and taking them regularly as prescribed, will give you the best results.
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01.
What kinds of nasal drops are there?
There are two main kinds of nasal drops:
Fluticasone 400 mcg drops (formerly known as Flixonase Nasules)
- These nasal drops come in individual plastic vials. One vial is generally one dose, and is shared between the nostrils after opening.
02.
Are nasal steroid drops safe?
Nasal steroid drops based on fluticasone have an excellent safety profile. It is natural to be concerned about the long term use of steroid medication. However in the case of nasal drops, fluticasone has been shown to have very low absorption into the bloodstream. Because of this, there is no evidence that it can cause steroid-related side effects.
Nasal steroid drops do not “thin the skin” inside the nose. The only significant safety caution is the interaction between fluticasone and some HIV treatments (e.g. ritonavir).
03.
What should I expect from my nasal steroid drops?
You won’t feel any immediate benefit from nasal steroid drops. Over a few weeks of regular use however, you will gradually experience an improvement in your nasal congestion and other symptoms. Some patients find their nose feels a little dry, but this is not normally a significant problem.
04.
Nasal drops administration
There are two positions in which you can administer nasal drops: the head-back position, and the Kaiteki manoeuvre. Unless you have been advised to use a specific technique, use whichever position you find works and is comfortable for you.
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