Minirin Nasal Spray

Minirin Nasal Spray should be used as you have been advised by your doctor. Normally you should blow your nose gently before using it, keep one nostril closed while applying the medicine into the other and then sniff hard to make sure it reaches deep into the nose. Then repeat for the other nostril.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nasal discomfort, nasopharyngitis, nasal congestion, sneezing, headache, nausea, and cough. These are usually mild but if they bother you or do not go away, your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.

It is generally a safe medicine but, before taking it, talk to your doctor about any health problems you have such as heart problems or high blood pressure (hypertension) or overactive thyroid gland or glaucoma or prostate enlargement. Let your doctor know about any other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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• The right way to use the nasal spray:
  
  • Shake the bottle before using the medicine. 
  • Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine.
  • Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. 
  • Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose.
  • Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril.
• Limit the amount of fluids you drink with this medication.
• Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs.
• Use the Minirin Nasal Spray within 3 weeks of opening it and discard the rest.