NS 0.9% Infusion

NS 0.9% Infusion comprises of purified salt solution. It is used to treat nasal congestion (blocked nose). It moisturizes and loosens the mucus inside of the nose and provides rapid relief from nasal congestion.

NS 0.9% Infusion works by moisturizing the inner surface of the nose. It helps in providing relief from stuffy nose due to common cold or allergies. This medicine is for external use only. You should use it in a dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Before using this medicine, check the label. You have to tilt your head as far back as possible. Hold the dropper close to the nose. Make sure that you do not touch the nozzle. Squeeze the dropper gently so that the medicine gets placed in the nose. After few minutes, you can bend your head forward.

It is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it might cause nasal irritation at the time of application. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are on any medication or are allergic to this medication. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor, if you miss any dose.

• Treatment of Nasal congestion (blocked nose)

Treatment of Nasal congestion (blocked nose)
NS 0.9% Infusion moisturises the inside of the nose, gives a soothing effect to the irritated skin inside the nose and provides rapid relief from nasal congestion that lasts for several hours. It is a safe medicine which can be used to treat congestion caused by colds or allergies such as hay fever. It should be used as prescribed and should not be taken for more than seven days in a row (preferably less). Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nfree

• Nasal irritation

Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Tilt your head as far back as possible and hold the dropper close to the nose without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine in the nose. Bend your head forward for a few minutes.

NS 0.9% Infusion is a purified salt solution. It moisturizes the inner surface of the nose and helps relieve stuffy nose due to common cold or allergies.

• The right way to use the nasal spray:

  • Shake the bottle before using the medicine.
  • Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine.
  • Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril.
  • Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose.
  • Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril.
  • Avoid deep breathing as it will cause medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective.

• Avoid deep breathing as it will cause the medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective.

• Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs.

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