Aqua Maris nasal irrigation system + packets #30

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Aqua Maris nasal irrigation system is a hygiene product for cleansing the nose in inflammatory processes of the mucosa. The drug is intended for home use. Its kit includes a special device in the form of a watering can and sachets with sea salt. Aqua Maris for rinsing the nose is prescribed from the age of 3 with a therapeutic and prophylactic purpose.

Composition and form of release

The drug is a kit, which includes a sachet with salt and a kettle for washing the nose:
    The salt used to prepare the solution is mined from the Adriatic Sea. It is rich in useful trace elements. The product is available in pure form or with the addition of essential oils of Italian Helichrysum, Myrtle vulgaris, which do not cause allergies.
    The crystalline powder is packaged in moisture-proof three-layer sachets consisting of aluminum foil, polyethylene and paper. In one cardboard box 30 sachets (3 g each) with sea salt.
    The teapot for washing the nasal passages is made of plastic, has a mark on its body for maximum filling with water. The container volume (330 ml) is calculated for one bag of salt. If this proportion is observed, a solution with an optimally useful ratio of nutrients is obtained.
    The hygienic device is intended solely for individual use. With it, you can easily and safely rinse your nose. Kettle spout delivers fluid without pressure, by gravity. This allows you to exclude damage to the inflamed mucosa, a complication after the procedure in the form of otitis media.
Salt bags are stored at room temperature. Country of origin ─ Croatia. At cost, the tool is available for patients of various social backgrounds.

The healing properties of sea salt

Isotonic seawater normalizes physiological processes in the nasal mucosa. Promotes liquefaction of pathological sputum, accelerates its excretion.
The magnesium and calcium ions in the composition stabilize the work of the ciliary epithelium, restore normal viscosity of the mucus and its other rheological properties. This enhances mucociliary clearance ─ local respiratory protection mechanism. The degree of resistance of the body to the introduction of infectious agents (viruses, bacteria) is increasing.
Sodium chlorine and iodine ─ natural antiseptics. They have a bacteriostatic and bactericidal effect, prevent the development of diseases.
Selenium and zinc increase the local immunity of the nasal mucosa and sinuses.
Aqua Maris nasal irrigation system sea salt reduces the redness of the epithelium, reduces the severity of edema, has anti-allergic properties. Restores the tone of the capillary network of the inner walls of the nose.
The solution not only cleanses the nose of crusts, sputum, pus, blood and serous clots. It flushes allergens, dust, chemicals from the mucosa.
The main pharmacological properties of the drug:
    disinfectant;
    antiseptic;
    antimicrobial;
    antiallergic;
    anti-inflammatory;
    decongestant;
    immunostimulating.


Indications for use

A hygiene product is used for acute and chronic inflammatory diseases of the nasal mucosa ─ rhinitis, sinusitis. Also, the drug is prescribed for colds, which are accompanied by profuse runny nose ─ ARVI, flu.
Aqua Maris nasal irrigation system with sinusitis, frontal sinusitis, ethmoiditis effectively removes thick purulent sputum, cleanses the nasal passages, restores aeration of the sinuses.
With vasomotor, allergic rhinitis, salt reduces the degree of edema, congestion, resumes nasal breathing. In chronic processes, removes decay products of soft tissues, pus, toxins, and prevents the development of relapses and complications.
Rinsing the nose with saline is indicated in the following conditions:
    proliferation of adenoids;
    the presence of a foreign body in the nose;
    dry mucosa, atrophic rhinitis;
    weakened and allergy-prone patients;
    before endoscopic examination of the nasal passages;
    after surgical treatment of the nose and sinuses;
    prevention of viral infection.
The mucous membrane can be irrigated daily in an unfavorable microclimate to avoid drying out (low humidity <50%, air temperature over 22 ° C).

How to rinse your nose with Aqua Maris nasal irrigation system

Before proceeding with the procedure, it is necessary to prepare a solution. One bag of salt is opened and poured into an Aqua Maris nasal irrigation system watering can for washing the nose. Pour boiled cooled water from the indicated level, mix thoroughly until the crystals are completely dissolved.
Rules for washing the nose:
    Manipulation is carried out at the sink or in front of the tank into which the wash water will drain (small basin, bowl).
    They occupy the appropriate position: the head is slightly tilted forward and to one side. This position contributes to the maximum passage of sea water through the nasal passage.
    Bring the teapot nose to the nostril, which is located above, and firmly press it to the passage.
    Gently lift the watering can until the moment when the water begins to independently enter the nose. In this case, the solution will pour into the upper nostril, overflow through the nasal septum into the lower nasal passage and pour out.
    When properly positioned during the procedure, fluid should not enter the throat and leak into the digestive tract.
    It is strictly forbidden to press on the system for washing the nose and create a powerful flow. This can injure the mucous membrane, cause bleeding, and cause the solution to enter the hearing organs.
    To clean one nostril, use half the liquid.
    After washing, blow their nose in the same position with their heads on their sides.
    The manipulation is repeated with a different nasal passage.
    After completing the whole procedure, blow your nose as usual, in a straight position.
The device for washing the nose Aqua Maris nasal irrigation system reusable. It can be used repeatedly. After each manipulation, the watering can is washed under running water and dried well.
The procedure is allowed to be carried out daily.


Contraindications to washing the nose with Aqua Maris nasal irrigation system

According to the instructions for use, there are contraindications to performing manipulations to cleanse the nose.
Aqua Maris nasal irrigation system is not prescribed for patients with high sensitivity to the main components of the drug, the essential oils of those plants that are part of sea salt.
It is strictly forbidden to do washing in acute inflammation of the middle ear (otitis media), as well as in the chronic form of the disease during the period of exacerbation.
The nose is not washed by young children under 3 years old.
Other contraindications to the appointment of the procedure:
    complete obstruction of the upper respiratory tract;
    nosebleeds;
    malignant and benign neoplasms in the nose and sinuses.
With local use, the components of the drug are not absorbed into the systemic circulation, do not affect the functioning of internal organs and systems. Sea salt does not pass through the placental barrier, does not penetrate into breast milk. Therefore, Aqua Maris is safely prescribed for pregnant women and nursing mothers.

Side effects, overdose

Sea salt or essential oils in rare cases cause a hypersensitivity reaction. Allergic manifestations of a local nature are manifested by the following symptoms:
    redness, peeling of the skin;
    allergic dermatitis;
    rashes, urticaria.
Sometimes irritation of the nerve endings of the mucous membrane intensifies. This is manifested by frequent sneezing, discomfort and pain in the nose, enhanced by the production of viscous sputum.
After frequent sneezing, painful sensations appear in the nasopharynx, throat, and the act of swallowing is difficult.
General allergic reactions in the form of angioedema, anaphylactic shock were not observed.
Cases of overdose in therapeutic practice were not recorded.
In case of accidental ingestion of saline into the esophagus and stomach, heartburn may develop against a background of acidity and mild inflammation of the mucosa. There is nausea, a desire for vomiting, a single vomiting. Spastic pains appear in the epigastric region.
Symptomatic overdose treatment is symptomatic:
    antacid preparations;
    sorbents;
    non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs;
    painkillers.
Patients can wash their nose with Aqua Maris nasal irrigation system in any condition ─ weakened, exhausted, elderly. The drug is absolutely safe with the correct procedure. It does not cause serious side effects, does not affect the fetal development. The effectiveness of sea salt has been proven by numerous clinical studies.
The plastic device itself is environmentally friendly and does not require special disposal. The synthetic material from which the watering can is made does not emit toxic substances into the environment.
After the expiration date, sachets with crystalline powder cannot be used. The life of the nasal passages system itself is unlimited.

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