Is it possible to rinse your nose with Dolphin if you have sinusitis?

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Rinsing the nasal passages is one of the important procedures when sinusitis occurs. This method of treatment allows you to completely clear the maxillary sinuses from accumulated pus and facilitate nasal breathing. For this purpose, Dolphin is often prescribed for sinusitis.

Dolphin composition and properties

An essential component of the solution is sea salt. It contains three important microelements: selenium, zinc and magnesium salts. It differs from other medicines in that it consists of extracts of medicinal herbs in the form of licorice root and rose hips. Thanks to this composition, Dolphin exhibits several properties for sinusitis in the form of:

• disposal of pathogenic microbes from the nasal mucosa; reducing swelling;
• reducing the inflammatory process;
• improved discharge of purulent contents from the sinuses;
• getting rid of stagnation;
• restoration of the mucous membrane and ciliated epithelium.

Many patients often wonder whether it is possible to rinse the nose with sinusitis with Dolphin? This drug is specially created to clear the nasal passages, which become clogged during inflammation. The liquid is placed in a special plastic bottle, the volume of which is 240 milliliters. There is a small tube inside the container. She attaches herself to the dispenser. The advantage of the bottle is that it is reusable.

The bottle comes with sachets of powdered composition. A solution for performing the procedure is prepared from it. Nasal rinsing for sinusitis Dolphin helps to clear the sinuses of purulent contents. This device can be used for adults and children.

Mini-inhalers can be purchased at some pharmacies. Essential oils are included as active ingredients. They instantly remove congestion in the nasal passages and also restore breathing. The inhaler is small in size, so it is convenient to carry with you.

There is also medicine for patients with allergies. This option does not contain herbal extracts. How many times can you rinse your nose with this product? People suffering from sinusitis need to rinse their nasal passages at least three times a day. After the procedure, you cannot go outside for 1-1.5 hours.

Nasal rinsing for sinusitis

The nose and maxillary sinuses belong to the upper respiratory tract. They must perform the main task: freely pass air into the trachea, heat it to body temperature and protect the underlying parts of the respiratory system from foreign particles of dust, gases, and harmful organisms.

With sinusitis, there is always a runny nose and the nasal mucosa is inflamed. Often this is where the process begins in the maxillary sinuses. Inflammatory changes lead to loss of protective properties. In such a situation, microorganisms not only do not linger on the nasal mucosa, but freely penetrate the trachea and bronchi and can cause tracheobronchitis.

If you add a remedy with a medicinal effect to ordinary water, the effectiveness of the rinsing procedure will increase significantly.

Rinsing the nose with Dolphin replaces the natural cleansing process, prevents the spread of infection, and allows the mucous membrane to be freed from purulent masses and pathological microorganisms.

How Dolphin helps with sinusitis

Many patients are interested in the question, does Dolphin help with sinusitis? The beneficial effect is explained by the presence of the following components:

1. Sodium chloride and sea salt activate secretion production and exhibit antimicrobial properties.
2. Baking soda restores the functionality and structure of the ciliated epithelium and mucous membrane.
3. Rose hips exhibit an immunostimulating and bactericidal effect.
4. Licorice root relieves allergic reactions, normalizes water-salt balance and enhances the protective function.

Rinsing the nose with Dolphin for sinusitis allows you to:

• remove pathogenic bacteria from the sinuses and nasal passages;
• improve the discharge of purulent contents;
• eliminate congestion;
• get rid of swelling of the mucous membrane;
• have an anti-inflammatory effect;
• improve effectiveness during treatment with additional medications.

A correctly administered course of treatment prevents the occurrence of adverse consequences during the inflammatory process in the maxillary sinuses. This point is very important, because not only the auditory tube and nerve are located nearby, but also the brain. To achieve a positive result, you need to know how to properly rinse the nasal cavity. The methods for carrying out the procedure can be found in the attached instructions.

How is Dolphin used for sinusitis?

Rinse your sinuses with Dolphin correctly!

To prepare the product, the powder is dissolved in warm liquid (240 ml), the maximum temperature of which should not exceed 36 degrees. This dose is provided for one use for an adult. In childhood, the maximum dose is 120 ml.

To increase the effectiveness of treatment with the drug, it is important to adhere to the following recommendations regarding rinsing the nasal cavity:

• Before the procedure, it is necessary to completely clear the nasal passages. In order to relieve nasal congestion, you can use vasoconstrictor drops. They help relieve swelling and help normalize nasal breathing.
• You can rinse your nose with a syringe or a syringe without a needle. However, to use the drug Dolphin, the kit includes a special tube - a dispenser, which is used for rinsing. For the procedure, you should apply it tightly to the nostril and slowly squeeze the bottle.
• To perform the procedure, you need to bend over the sink and inject the solution into one nasal passage first, tilting your head slightly in the opposite direction. Then change the tilt of the head to inject the solution into the other nostril.
• If rinsing is performed correctly, the liquid will pour out from the other nasal passage or through the mouth.
• To remove residual fluid from the nasal passage, the bottle must be slowly unclenched.
• After washing, you are not allowed to go outside, especially in the cold season. Compliance with this rule will help increase the efficiency of the procedure.

Children's Dolphin is prescribed to children after four years of age. When treating sinusitis, it is necessary to teach the child how to use the product correctly. It is recommended to rinse the nose with the drug one to two times a day; it is advisable to perform the procedure in the morning and evening hours (half an hour before going to bed).

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It is not recommended to rinse your nose with Dolphin more than three times a day, as this leads to dryness of the nasal mucosa. The course of therapy can be prescribed for one or two weeks. However, the duration of treatment is determined by a specialist. At the same time, he takes into account the severity of the disease, as well as the individual characteristics of the patient.

It is important to note that Dolphin has many advantages compared to other similar drugs and self-prepared rinsing solutions:

• Firstly, the medicine is complex, which emphasizes its ease of use. The bottle and a special nasal tube that is attached to it help to quickly carry out the procedure.
• Secondly, the composition of the drug, in addition to trace elements and salts, includes medicinal plants that reduce the inflammatory process in the nasal sinuses.
• Also, the drug is used not only for otolaryngological diseases, but also in the postoperative period and as a prophylactic agent.
• The advantages of using Dolphin include accessibility and safety, since the drug has a minimal list of side effects and contraindications.

Contraindications and adverse reactions

Children under 4 years old are prohibited from using Dolphin!

It is important to remember that there are some restrictions on rinsing the nasal cavity for sinusitis.

It is contraindicated to rinse your nose with Dolphin in the following cases:

1. Children up to four years of age.
2. Neoplasms in the nasopharynx of a malignant nature.
3. Benign tumors.
4. Nosebleeds.
5. Obstruction of the nasal passages.
6. Otitis media.
7. Anomalies of the nasal septum.
8. Weak blood vessels in the nose.

In addition, Dolphin is contraindicated when the nose is completely blocked. The drug should be used with caution in patients who often have high blood pressure. Patients with angle-closure glaucoma are treated under the supervision of a specialist. The use of the drug for the treatment of atrophic rhinitis is not recommended.

Also a contraindication is individual intolerance to any components of the medicine.

The drug, if the rules of use and dosage are not followed, can cause adverse reactions, most often this is dryness in the nasal passages. If the temperature of the solution is elevated, then nosebleeds may occur.

Side effects also include otitis and eustachitis. However, such effects are rarely observed, mainly after incorrect execution of the procedure.

How often can you rinse your nose with Dolphin?

To rinse the sinuses with sinusitis, you do not need to use various devices. Dolphin is a device that greatly facilitates the process of cleansing the nasal passages. The main thing is to learn how to use it correctly. When an acute course develops, the drug is used up to three times a day. For chronic sinusitis, procedures should also be performed as a preventive measure. To do this, it is enough to clean the nasal cavity once a day a few hours before bedtime. After the procedure, it is prohibited to go outside for 1-1.5 hours.

Washing as a way to treat sinusitis

Sinusitis is usually accompanied by a runny nose and nasal congestion. To improve the general condition of the patient, it is necessary to rinse the nasal cavity. The essence of this process is to free the maxillary sinuses from purulent contents.

Rinsing the nose is a method that allows you to cleanse the mucous membrane of viruses, bacteria, dust, mucus and substances that cause allergies.

Today there are quite a few different special cleaning products. Among them, a drug such as Dolphin has proven itself to be excellent. With its help, mucopurulent discharge is completely removed from the nasal cavity. Which has a beneficial effect on the mucous membrane and helps to cope with inflammation faster.

How to properly rinse your nose with Dolphin

Most patients wonder whether it is possible to rinse the nose with Dolphin for sinusitis. Doctors say that it is not only possible, but also necessary. The main thing is to follow a number of recommendations:

1. Before you begin the sinus cleansing procedure, you need to prepare a solution. The powder mass is dissolved in 240 milliliters of boiled water. Shake thoroughly and cool to a temperature of 34-36 degrees. This volume is designed for an adult.
2. Before cleaning the sinuses, vasoconstrictor drops are instilled into the nose for 5-7 minutes. This will remove nasal congestion.
3. Now you can begin the actual execution procedure. To do this, the patient sits over the rectum, holds his breath while inhaling and slightly opens his mouth. The nozzle is applied to the nostril. Now you can lightly press the bottle. If the procedure is carried out correctly, the liquid will flow from the other nostril.
4. After performing the manipulations, you need to blow your nose well and repeat the procedure with the other nostril.

The duration of the treatment course depends on the duration of drug therapy, the patient’s condition and the presence of complications. For chronic sinusitis, the procedure is recommended to be repeated once a day.

Release form of the drug

The drug for rinsing the nose consists of a bottle in which the solution is prepared and 2 gram sachets of powdered drug. In the complex designed for children, the sachets contain 1 gram of the substance. For the convenience of the procedure, the bottle is equipped with a cap - a nozzle for the nose. Details of the preparation of the solution are indicated in the instructions for use.

Bottles are distinguished by volume - 120 and 240 grams, for children and adults, respectively.

The number of bags varies from 10 to 30 pieces, depending on the cost of the set.

For those who suffer from allergies to plant components, the drug is produced without the addition of plant extracts.

Contraindications for use

It is not always possible to rinse the nasal passages with sinusitis with Dolphin. Manufacturers prescribe a number of contraindications in the instructions in the form of:

• children under 4 years of age;
• the presence of malignant and benign tumors in the nasopharyngeal cavity;
• tendency to bleeding;
• obstruction of the nasal canals;
• development of otitis media;
• deformation of the nasal septum;
• weakened blood vessels.

In addition to all this, the drug is not recommended for use in cases of severe nasal congestion. The solution device should be used with caution in patients with high blood pressure. Treatment is carried out under strict supervision in patients with a history of angle-closure glaucoma.