NeilMed Sinugator Cordless Pulsating Nasal Wash, 30 Count (Pack of 1)

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All of the doctors we spoke to emphasized that regular tap water should never be used because “there are cases where people have used tap water or unclean water and have given themselves infections inside of their nose and sinuses,” Voigt explains.

And because she has a deviated septum, the saline solution rinses through her entire nasal passage instead of just flushing out one side. Use lukewarm distilled, filtered or previously boiled water properly mixed with NeilMed® Sinus Rinse™ packets. While always good practice, it’s especially important to clean whatever you use if you’re sick because you don’t want to rinse your nose with contaminated water. Clean the Sinugator by running plain water and dry with a clean lint free towel and then air dry the unit by keeping it open to the air.The tips of the bottles and insides of the bottles can get contaminated or colonized with bacteria, which you do not want to introduce to your nose,” explains Voigt. The NeilMed brand of products help alleviate common nasal and sinus symptoms in a simple, safe, effective and affordable way. This one from SinuCleanse is safe to place on the top rack of a dishwasher, comes with 30 single-use solution packets, and features a no-spill cap and a soft, latex-free nasal tip.

And while neti pots are gentle, it’s unlikely that a child would tolerate the discomfort and head-tilting that comes with using it. While not all doctors we spoke to think a nasal irrigation system is necessary for everyday use, they all said it can come in handy for symptoms like allergic rhinitis or chronic sinusitis. It also comes with 30 solution packets that you would need to mix with pre-boiled, distilled, or filtered water. Do not rinse if nasal passages are completely blocked or if you have an ear infection or blocked ears. And one note before use: Because all of the sinus rinses and neti pots are making direct contact with the inside of your nose with each use, all of them are meant to be used by only one person and not shared.You’re just pouring the water on one side, tilting your head, and letting gravity work its way through. After trying out all three, it seems that the misting and spraying tips are good for everyday use but less effective for when I was stopped up.