Question 1

used expired simply saline nasal spray. it expired 7 months ago. obviously didnt realize. not used often.  no one used except me and i have not been sick. only need allergies. any harm?

Accepted Answer

: wouldn't think so: In general the USE BY dates are estimates required by the consumer product safety people or the FDA. The apply most often to drugs that can become weaker over time. With saline spray there is some risk of a change in the salinity/strength, but for such needs it is of little importance.

Question 2

is a saline nasal spray safe to use with asthma and allergies? thanks.

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Saline irrigation of the nose is safe and effective. I encourage all my nasal allergy patients to rinse their nose. There are also non=allergic forms of nasal disease as well as chronic sinusitis, where nasal irrigation is crucial.

Question 3

will a saline nasal spray help stopped up allergy ears?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Nasal saline is a mild decongestant so it may be beneficial to use in patients with ear congestion from allergies.

Question 4

i smoked for twenty years and recently quit, i have allergies and post nasal drip. no matter what i do i can not get rid of the post nasal drip and subsequent bad breath, quitting smoking has helped somewhat but not really, i use saline nasal spray and a

Accepted Answer

Sinus infection: The problem may be chronic sinusitis.  Saline irrigation with a neil med sinurinse bottle might do a better job of clearing any debris.  A good exam by an ent, including a nasal endoscopy would best examine for the origin of bad breath.  Sometimes your breath isn't as bad as you imagine, also.

Question 5

when i clean my nose with saline nasal spray for my allergies i find blood in my mucus. does this need treatment or a visit with a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: Use an antihistamine in conjunction with the nasal saline. Avoid allergic triggers such as dust, mold and pollen. A virtual consultation is available online with healthtap to develop an allergy plan which may be useful for your and your PCP.
Gently remove mucus to avoid local irritation and minor bleeding. If the bleeding lasts longer than 5 minutes, please see urgent care or your PCP.

Question 6

can you cause problems if you use a saline nasal spray too much? using it on a 16mth old with chesty cough trying to clear phlegm

Accepted Answer

Maybe: I can't say I have ever seen it happen. Most parents do not do it as often as the kid needs or as vigorously as they need. Since a small kid needs the mucous debris removed to effectively use their nose, it is one of the few treatments that can make a real difference.Cold meds often thicken mucous producing a negative effect.

Question 7

will saline nasal spray cause a salty taste in mouth?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Saline is salt water.

Question 8

is it possible for a nonmedicated saline nasal spray to get stuck in the nasal cavity and cause of ear infection in a five-year-old?

Accepted Answer

Ear infection causes: Ear infections are caused by bacteria or viruses. Noses are full of bacteria anyway. Saline rinses away a few bacteria; if the bottle is dirty, saline may add a few bacteria to the nose, but they won't often travel to the ear because the Eustachian tube is a tiny passage, esp in children. Droplets of water sprayed in nose are only in the nose a few minutes. Squeeze bottle irrigation CAN hurt ears.

Question 9

can saline nasal spray before bed cause a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Possible: I would discontinue the spray and see what happens.

Question 10

what is the correct way to use saline nasal spray?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Isotonic saline spray can be used several times a day to flush out offending pathogens and allergens. Saline irrigations, especially if hypertonic, should be used on an intermittent basis.

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Used expired simply saline nasal spray. it expired 7 months ago. obviously didnt realize. not used often. no one used except me and i have not been sick. only need allergies. any harm?

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Is a saline nasal spray safe to use with asthma and allergies? thanks.

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Will a saline nasal spray help stopped up allergy ears?

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I smoked for twenty years and recently quit, i have allergies and post nasal drip. no matter what i do i can not get rid of the post nasal drip and subsequent bad breath, quitting smoking has helped somewhat but not really, i use saline nasal spray and a

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When i clean my nose with saline nasal spray for my allergies i find blood in my mucus. does this need treatment or a visit with a doctor?

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Can you cause problems if you use a saline nasal spray too much? using it on a 16mth old with chesty cough trying to clear phlegm

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Will saline nasal spray cause a salty taste in mouth?

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Is it possible for a nonmedicated saline nasal spray to get stuck in the nasal cavity and cause of ear infection in a five-year-old?

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Can saline nasal spray before bed cause a sore throat?

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What is the correct way to use saline nasal spray?

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