Nasal sprays must be used the right way to work. Be sure to do the following:
- Blow your nose to clear your nostrils.
- Gently shake the bottle. Then remove the cap.
- With your right hand, carefully insert the tip of the bottle into your left nostril. Point the tip toward your ear and not the center of the nose.
- While gently breathing in through your nose, press down once on the pump to release the spray.
- Breathe out through your mouth.
- With your left hand, repeat the steps for your right nostril.
You don't need to tilt your head back or sniff strongly when taking a nasal spray. If a little drips out after use or you sneeze, that's okay. Try not to blow your nose or sneeze right after using the spray.