saline rinse
Nasal irrigation solution
A saline rinse is a wash using salt water, typically to clean wounds, clear nasal passages, or flush contact lenses.
The salt concentration usually matches bodily fluids to avoid irritation: The doctor recommended a saline rinse for my sinuses.
Saline rinses are gentler than antiseptics and safe for frequent use.
- saltwaterOcean water, chemically speaking
- nasalOf the nose
- nasal passageAirway within the nose
- irrigationArtificial water supply for agriculture
- neti potNostril-flushing container
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- home remedieshoney, lemon, ginger, garlic, turmeric
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- Nasal Remediesnasal spray, nasal drops, neti pot, nasal irrigation, nasal wash
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saline rinsehydrogen peroxide
Oxidizing disinfectant and bleach
iodine solution · bleach solution · astringent · antibiotic ointment · betadine
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