Blow your nose gently before using.
Shake the bottle well.
Prime the pump if it’s the first use or if it hasn’t been used in a while (spray into the air until a fine mist appears).
Use one hand to gently close one nostril.
Tilt your head slightly forward.
Insert the nozzle into the other nostril, aiming it slightly outward (toward the ear), not toward the center of your nose.
Press the pump once to release the spray while gently breathing in through your nose.
Breathe out through your mouth.
Repeat for the other nostril if your dose requires it.
Avoid sniffing hard immediately after spraying.
Wipe the nozzle and replace the cap.
Use at the same time each day if prescribed.
Allow a few days for best effect unless your clinician told you otherwise.
If you miss a dose, use it when you remember unless it’s close to the next dose; then skip the missed dose.
Do not use more sprays than directed on the label or by your clinician.
Clean the nozzle regularly (remove cap, wipe nozzle tip, rinse with warm water if needed, and let dry before reattaching).
Stop and seek medical advice if you develop severe nosebleeds, worsening symptoms, or signs of an allergic reaction.