The sinus irrigator should be used daily if there are symptoms ,or if the common cold or allergy season is bad. If there are no symptoms, this means the cilia are working OK and you don't need the irrigation. I see no objection to adding grape seed extract to the irrigation. It will take me some time to evaluate the result of this addition. After you irrigate, your sinuses contain the saline solution. This solution has displaced the mucus, bacteria, etc that was in the sinus. See similar questions...

Our NasalCare? Nasal Irrigator is designed to prevent the solution from back-flown. Therefore, it is enough rinsing the irrigator with tab water after each using. If you really feel that your irrigator is dirty, you can clean it with 5% home-use bleach following by thorough rinsing with tab water. Please don't boil the irrigator in water. My name is Paula, and I have Wegeners granulomatosis. See similar questions...

Due to the possibility of transmitting infection each other, it is not recommended to share your NasalCare? Nasal Irrigator. See similar questions...

The saline drops don't pulse the cilia back to normal, don't flow past the sinus openings to displace the pus and may contain preservatives that irritate the nose. See similar questions...

Yes. In some cases, bad breath may be caused by bacteria hid in depth of nose channel due to chronic nasal and sinus diseases. Rinse with NasalCare? Nasal irrigator will remove those bad bacteria and eliminate bad breath. See similar questions...

With the Standard Throat Irrigator Tip, add saline or diluted mouthwash to the SinuPulse Elite basin. The throat tip has a contoured design to fit on the tongue comfortably. Lay the tip straight back on the left side of the tongue and direct it just behind the last tooth. the irrigation system will wash the left tonsil and side of the throat, then come around and wash the other side. Gently pull the tongue cleaner back and forth to remove and rinse away bacteria and food particles. See similar questions...

For the first 2 to 4 weeks of Xlear Nasal Wash usage, adults and children should administer it 3 to 4 times a day. After the 1st month, it should be used twice a day as a preventative measure. For infants and small children who are in day care, exposed to infectious bacteria or suffer from chronic middle ear infection, Xlear Nasal Wash should be administered 3 to 4 times a day. Please click here to read an article on Child Ear Infections by Gerry Bozeman, a Supervisory Registered Play Therapist. See similar questions...

Ordinary cooking or table salt of food quality can be used. This is cheapest and effective. Expensive special salts or brines are not necessary for effective nasal rinsing. Iodised salt is also suitable. In the Hanover Nasal Rinsing Study which demonstrated that daily nasal rinsing has a protective, health improving effect on the respiratory system, normal iodized household salt was used. See similar questions...

Nasal decongestants constrict the dilated blood vessels and reduces nasal and sinus congestion. You can get further advice from your doctor or pharmacist. See similar questions...

The recommended use is once in the morning and once at night. However, it can be used as often as you need it to help cleanse your nose of common nasal irritants and make breathing easier and more comfortable. TOP ^ See similar questions...

Yes, Nasal Comfort will help keep your nose moist and functioning properly even when you have a cold. As Always, wipe the tip with a clean cloth or tissue after every use. TOP ^ See similar questions...

In large part this is a personal issue of comfort. You may want to consider a full face mask if you breathe through your mouth while sleeping and/or if you have allergies. If you don't like the invasiveness of wearing a mask over your face then nasal pillows might be a better alternative. See similar questions...

I am not totally convinced that the magnetic powers of the Hydrofloss (R) irrigator make that machine all that more effective as an oral irrigator. For better than half the price, I know that the Via-jet(R) is very effective, in any event. Both units are basically tools anyway, so the bottom line is how you use them... See similar questions...

Nasal irrigation has been recommended by medical practitioners in this country for over 100 years and has been used in some other countries for over 5000 years! If your child is old enough to cooperate in the use of nasal irrigation and it is used correctly, there is no danger. We recommend the plastic version of the Narial Nasal Cup? neti pot for children because it is unbreakable and the spout is slightly smaller and may be a more comfortable fit for a child's nostrils. See similar questions...

If you warm the saline solution in the nasal rinsing pot in the microwave it becomes much hotter in the spout than in other parts of the pot, and you may scald your nose. Therefore it is safer to warm the water to the right lukewarm temperature before you pour it into the nasal rinsing pot. See similar questions...

Judicious use of a decongestant nasal spray such as Neosynephrine, used according to directions for three to seven days, is also advisable in many patients. Extreme caution must be used in order to prevent worsening of symptoms or addiction to these sprays. Note that there is no risk of addiction with the prescription nasal sprays, but there can be other side effects - check with your doctor. See similar questions...

Newborns/babies – 1 spray per nostril as needed (or use FESS® LITTLE NOSES™ Saline Nose Drops) See similar questions...

Because FESS® NASAL GEL is non-medicated, it can be used as often as necessary. Remember to always use as directed and consult your healthcare professional if symptoms persist We recommend using FESS® NASAL GEL in an around your nostrils to soothe and moisturise dry, chafed and sore noses and to avoid further irritation. See similar questions...