Many people suffering from a runny nose and sore throat resort to irrigating these areas with saline solutions. One of the popular remedies is Aqualor spray for the throat and nose. This drug is effective, easy to use and available in a variety of formulations suitable for both adults and children.
Drug base
The preparation is based on natural sea water with isotonic or hypertonic s alt concentration. If the s alt content in the liquid is up to 9 percent, then this concentration is called isotonic. Such a solution has a beneficial effect on the mucous membranes without irritating them. This is due to the fact that human blood also contains s alt in the amount of 9 g/l. Hypertonic concentration is the presence of the element NaCl in water in a volume of more than 9 g / l. Preparations with a similar composition are used to care for the oral cavity and throat. For example, Aqualor Shower for the throat has a s alt concentration of 21 g / l. This composition has a more pronounced anti-inflammatory effect, but if it enters the nasal cavity, it can causeirritation.
Additional components
In order to increase the effectiveness of the action of sea water, some forms of the Aqualor preparation contain extracts of medicinal herbs. For example, Aqualor throat spray with chamomile and aloe vera extract has an additional anti-inflammatory and regenerating effect. The composition of the drug contains only natural ingredients. The line of products for the nose and throat "Aqualor" does not contain preservatives, ethyl alcohol.
Issue Forms
All Aqualor brand nose and throat sprays are available in pressurized metal cans. On the inside there is a special antiseptic coating. The solution remains sterile during the entire period of its use. Included with the cylinders are special nozzles that provide various ways of spraying: jet, shower, soft shower. For safety reasons, do not try to disassemble the cylinder, nor allow it to heat up.
Properties of throat sprays
The preparation "Aqualor" for the throat has many healing properties:
1. Prevents inflammatory processes, has an antiseptic effect at the site of application, restores the mucous membrane.
2. Reduces pain and dryness in the throat.
3. Reduces the degree of swelling of the mucous membrane.
4. Removes various bacteria and viruses from the surface of the mucosa.
5. Helps to remove purulent plaque.
6. medicines,applied to the mucous membrane after using the drug "Akvalor douche" for the throat, they are much more effective.
7. The use of Aqualor helps to activate the processes of regeneration of mucous membrane cells.
The effect of drugs for the nose
Aqualor sprays with isotonic s alt concentration (9 g/l) are widely used for the treatment of diseases of the nasal cavity. They have the following effect:
1. Removal of edema and inflammation of the mucous membrane, antiseptic effect.
2. Cleansing and moisturizing the nasal cavity.
3. Liquefaction and removal of mucus, pus, containing viruses and bacteria.
4. Relief of nasal breathing.
5. Reducing itching and burning in the nose.
6. Restoration of the functions of the ciliated epithelium.
7. Strengthening local immunity.
Use throat spray
There is a large list of indications for the use of the drug "Akvalor throat" for children. Feedback on the effectiveness of the tool is positive. The drug is used for the purpose of:
1. Prevention and treatment (as part of complex therapy) of diseases of the throat, oral cavity, both chronic and acute. These include pharyngitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis, stomatitis.
2. Prevention and complex treatment of viral respiratory infections. Regular use of the drug "Akvalor" for the throat during epidemics reduces the risk of infection. Viruses simply do not have time to infiltrate the cells of the body, as they are washed out of the nasopharyngeal cavity.
3. Preparation of the mucous membrane for the application of various medications.
Means "Akvalor" for the throat consists of a spray bottle with a solution and a special nozzle that allows you to treat all parts of the mucosa. It is long enough and makes it possible to quickly irrigate both the tonsils and the back of the throat. This is especially true in the treatment of children who are difficult to persuade to sit quietly and wait. Both adults and children are given 3-4 injections about 6 times a day of the Aqualor throat preparation for children. Instructions for use do not limit the duration of use of the spray. The drug can be used in babies older than 6 months.
Indications for the use of nasal sprays
There are the following indications for the use of Aqualor brand nasal sprays based on sea water:
1. The need to maintain the physiological state of the nasal mucosa under adverse environmental conditions. Especially important is the use of the drug for this purpose in children. Excessively dry and hot air, which is often observed in urban apartments in winter, leads to drying of the mucous membrane, as a result of which it loses its protective properties.
2. Prevention and complex treatment of respiratory viral infections. The use of Aqualor nasal spray reduces the duration of the disease, reduces the risk of infection in the sinuses and middle ear.
3. Complex treatment of allergic rhinitis. Natural sea water, on the basis of which the spray is produced"Aqualor", helps to relieve puffiness, eliminate the feeling of dryness and burning.
4. Preparation for surgical interventions in the nasal cavity, care of the mucosa after ENT operations.
Aqualor baby throat preparation
For young children, the Aqualor preparation is specially designed in the form of drops and a spray with a nozzle that forms a stream in the form of a soft shower. Such funds can be used from the first days of a baby's life both for regular care of the nasal cavity, and as a therapeutic and prophylactic drug. For hygienic purposes, 2 drops are instilled into each nasal passage 3 times a day. If necessary, drops or spray can be used more often. In order to provide a therapeutic effect, the drug is used at least 6 times a day. Spray "Akvalor throat" for children receives the most positive reviews. This is due to the fact that not many drugs are intended for the treatment and prevention of viral infections in young children. Many of them have contraindications and unpleasant side effects. Under these conditions, Aqualor preparations become a real salvation for babies and are in great demand among their parents.
Individual choice
Manufacturers of Aqualor sprays offer a wide range of nozzles that form seawater flows of different intensity. In addition to the remedy intended for babies from the first days after birth, there are also preparations, for example, Aqualor for the throat for children over 6 months old and adults. Nasal sprays"Aqualor soft" and "Aqualor norms" allow you to gently, but more intensively compared to the "soft shower" nozzle, irrigate the nasal cavity. This makes it possible to best cleanse the mucous membrane of accumulated mucus, crusts, wash off viruses and bacteria. Significantly reduces the risk of infection by using both Aqualor throat spray for children and Aqualor nasal cleansing preparations at the same time.
Using nasal wash
Sprays "Aqualor" for washing the nose with a nozzle that forms a straight stream, allow not only to irrigate the nasal cavity, but also to rinse it. This procedure should not be performed on children under 6 months of age, as there is a risk of liquid with mucus entering the middle ear, which can cause otitis media. In other cases, nasal lavage is performed according to the following recommendations:
1. For children under two years of age, the procedure is performed in the supine position. Having tilted the child's head to one side, a spray tip is inserted into the nostril located on top and the nozzle is pressed. Fluid begins to flow from the other nostril. The procedure continues for a few seconds. Then repeat the manipulation with another nasal passage. The child is seated and helped to blow his nose well.
2. For children older than two years and adults, the nose is washed while standing or sitting. The head is also tilted to one side, a tip is inserted into the nasal passage located on top and the cavity is washed. Then the other nostril is treated.
The younger the child, the more carefully you need to rinse his nose. ATthe first time you should not do it for a long time. If the child is frightened and it is difficult to securely fix his head, you need to ask someone else to help. The more calm and relaxed the baby is, the more benefit this manipulation will bring.
User safety
Sprays "Akvalor" are an effective and safe remedy. They are very convenient and easy to use, do not require special storage conditions. Just leave them at room temperature. Despite the safety of the solution, the drug should not be left in places accessible to children. Toddlers can get hurt by the nozzles or damage the balloon. On sale there are sprays in small cans that are convenient to take with you on trips. The following advantages of Aqualor sea water preparations can be distinguished:
1. They are safe to swallow, allowing for regular use even in very young children.
2. The drug does not provoke allergic reactions, suitable for people with special sensitivity of the skin and mucous membranes.
3. You can use Aqualor during pregnancy. For the throat, this is the safest remedy for the expectant mother and baby. The spray can also be used during breastfeeding, when many drugs are prohibited.
4. In the process of studying the drug, no side effects and contraindications to its use were identified. The only condition for safe use for children is the choice of a specific attachment appropriate for the age of the child.
Toprotect your body from diseases transmitted by airborne droplets, hygiene of the nasal and oral cavity must be carried out carefully. Sprays and drops for the nose "Akvalor" will help to simply and effectively cope with this task. Among the wide range of drugs of this brand, you can find the right one for a particular child or adult.
