Heat up fresh clean tap water or use warm water directly from the tap. The
water temperature should be at body temperature and feel comfortable to the
touch. Mix one (1) teaspoon of salt into approximately two (2) cups of water.
Stir to dissolve the salt. If you feel a light stinging feeling in your nose
when you flush, you may be adding too much or too little salt. If you are planning
to use Nasaline for an extended period of time, we recommend using non-iodized
salt which can be bought in any supermarket.
Extract the saline solution completely into the syringe.
Stand slightly bent over a bathroom sink or washbasin. Place the silicone tip
up against the nose so that it completely seals the nostril. Slowly push the
saline solution up into the nostril. Breathe normally through the mouth and
refrain from swallowing.
When the saline solution res the back of the nasal cavity, the palate closes
automatically by reflex. The saline solution fills the nasal cavity and proceeds
to pour out the other nostril as it brings along unwanted mucous and crusty
secretions. Occasionally, some of the saline solution can trickle down the throat.
This is not harmful. A proper flushing should take about 10 seconds per nostril.
Repeat the process with the other nostril.
Use a tissue to blow out any excess saline solution in your nose. Some of the
saline solution can remain in the nose and trickle out a few hours later. Tilting
your head forward and turn side to side immediately after flushing can prevent
this. If you are severely congested, the saline solution can r the sinus channels
and can occasionally drip out of the eyes. This is not harmful and can be prevented
by flushing more slowly.
Use one full syringe (2 oz.) for in nostril in the morning and in the evening
or at any time as necessary.
Pull out the piston from the syringe and flush both parts thoroughly with hot
water and let air-dry. Nasaline can also be cleaned with a mild dishwashing
detergent. If the plunger does not easily slide back into the chamber, put a
drop of cooking oil on the black tip.
Nasaline should be stored in a dry environment at room temperature.
Individuals suffering from ear infection(s) or other ear conditions should consult a physician before using Nasaline. Do not irrigate if nasal passages are completely blocked or if you feel pressure in the ears.
