SODIUM CHLORIDE belongs to the group of medicines called nasal medications used to treat nasal congestion/ stuffy nose, nasal irritation, and dryness of the nasal passages associated with the common cold, flu, pollutants or allergies. SODIUM CHLORIDE may also be used as a pre-treatment for nasal steroid administration.
SODIUM CHLORIDE contains ‘Sodium Chloride’, an isotonic salt solution that moisturises the nose, and helps loosen, soften, and dissolve crusty or thick mucus. Thereby providing relief from stuffiness and making breathing easier.
Use SODIUM CHLORIDE as advised. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as cough, sneezing, abnormal taste, and stinging sensation in the nose. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
SODIUM CHLORIDE is for nasal use only; do not consume it. Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the contents in SODIUM CHLORIDE. Consult your doctor before using SODIUM CHLORIDE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. SODIUM CHLORIDE should be used in children only if advised by the doctor. To prevent contamination, avoid touching the tip of the container.
Nasal congestion and dryness of the nasal passages
SODIUM CHLORIDE belongs to the group of medicines called nasal medications used to treat nasal congestion/ stuffy nose, nasal irritation, and dryness of the nasal passages associated with the common cold, flu, pollutants or allergies. SODIUM CHLORIDE moisturises the nose and helps loosen, soften, and dissolve crusty or thick mucus. Thereby providing relief from stuffiness and making breathing easier. SODIUM CHLORIDE may also be used as a pre-treatment for nasal steroid administration.
Do not use SODIUM CHLORIDE if you are allergic to any of its components. SODIUM CHLORIDE is for nasal use only. Consult your doctor before using SODIUM CHLORIDE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. SODIUM CHLORIDE should be used in children only if advised by the doctor. To prevent contamination, avoid touching the tip of the container. Avoid sharing SODIUM CHLORIDE with others to prevent the spread of infections.
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
It is not known if alcohol interacts with SODIUM CHLORIDE. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will decide if SODIUM CHLORIDE can be used by pregnant women or not.
Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if SODIUM CHLORIDE can be used by breastfeeding mothers.
It is not known if SODIUM CHLORIDE affects your ability to drive. Drive only if you are alert.
Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease.
Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.
SODIUM CHLORIDE is generally safe for use in children. However, it should be used in children only if advised by the doctor.
Nasal congestion: Nasal congestion, also known as a stuffy nose, occurs when nasal passages become swollen with excess mucus and fluid. Nasal congestion may be caused by hay fever, allergies, nasal polyps (non-cancerous growths), benign nasal passages tumours, environmental irritants, or a long-lasting sinus infection. It may also be triggered by tobacco smoke, perfume, or a disease.
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