Aqua Maris nasal drops for children

In case of a viral infection in a child, a symptom of which is a runny nose, as well as to protect babies from rhinitis and acute respiratory viral infections, solutions of sea water are used. One of the most popular can be called Aqua Maris. For the little ones, this drug is released in the form of drops.

The active component of the drug is water from the Adriatic Sea. It makes up 30% of the total volume of the solution, that is, in 100 ml of the preparation, sea water is represented by 30 ml. Purified plain water is added to the full volume. There are no preservatives or additional chemical compounds in Aqua Marisa.

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Aqua Maris Nasal Drops are represented by a clear solution that has no odor or color. One bottle in the form of a dropper contains 10 ml of this solution. The manufacturer also offers Aqua Maris spray, which is available in 30 ml vials with a metering spray device protected by a propylene cap.

The drug is a source of natural minerals. Aqua Maris drops contain Na, Mg, Cl, Ca, as well as bicarbonate and sulfate ions. After instillation of the nose, this tool helps to maintain the condition of the mucous membrane of the nasopharynx in order to prevent overdrying.

Aqua Maris not only dilutes mucus in the nasal passages, but also normalizes the process of its production in mucosal cells. In addition, under the action of water with marine minerals, the function of the ciliated epithelium, located in the nasal cavity, is improved. The drug also reduces the severity of inflammation and stimulates the regenerative processes in the mucous membrane.

The pediatrician Olesya Butuzova tells how to properly flush the child's nose with Aqua Maris.

Aqua Maris drops may be prescribed for children for the following reason:

• If the baby has an acute illness that affects the nasopharynx or nasal cavity. The tool is prescribed and in the exacerbation of chronic pathology.
• If the child had surgery on the nasal cavity.
• With vasomotor rhinitis, as well as inflammation of the nasal mucosa due to exposure to allergens (allergic rhinitis).
• In order to prevent SARS in the cold season.
• To eliminate dryness of the nasal mucosa, for example, during the heating period. The drug can be used daily.
• With long-term treatment with steroid hormonal drugs.
• With enlarged adenoids.
• To prepare the nasal mucosa for the use of other drugs.

Watch the video, which details the use of each type of Aqua Marisa for various problems:

Because of the unregulated work of mucus-secreting glands, an excess of secretion accumulates in the baby's nose, which is manifested by a squishing sound or wheezing during feedings. At the same time the little tot feels good, breathes freely through the nose and sleeps calmly. Aqua Maris droplets with such a runny nose help moisturize the mucous membrane and improve the performance of its glands.

The instructions to Aqua Maris in the form of nasal drops specify that this remedy can be used from birth, even with prematurity. Age limits are provided only for the drug in the form of a spray. Such Aqua Maris is recommended to be used only after a year. However, when digging in the drops in newborns, it is necessary to proceed very carefully and consult a doctor in order not to provoke the spread of infection in the middle ear.

The only obstacle to the use of Aqua Maris nasal droplets in childhood can be a hypersensitivity to such a solution.

In some children, the use of Aqua Marisa provokes an allergic reaction.

If the drug is used for therapeutic purposes, then 2 drops of Aqua Marisa should be instilled into each nostril of the child. The procedure is performed 4 times a day. The duration of treatment is determined by the pediatrician, although the annotation indicates the average duration of treatment from 2 to 4 weeks.

If the application of Aqua Marisa prophylactic, the solution is injected into each nostril with one or two drops. This hygienic treatment is enough 2-3 times a day. If you want to remove nasal secretions or soften them when mucus accumulates in the nose, Aqua Maris can be dripped into the baby's nose in as many times as necessary. Excess fluid is removed with a handkerchief or cotton pad. The procedure is repeated several times to successfully soften and remove contaminants.

Excess dosage Aqua Marisa does not have a harmful effect on the children's body.

Since sea water has no effect on any drugs, Aqua Maris can be used together with any other medication, including rhinitis preparations.

Acquisition of Aqua Maris drops at a pharmacy is available without a prescription. The average price of one bottle of the drug is 150 rubles.

The air temperature during storage Aqua Marisa should not exceed + 25 ° C, and the storage location should be inaccessible to kids. Unopened bottle with drops valid for two years from the date of issue. Since the contents of the drug are sterile, there is a time limit on the use of drops after opening. When the bottle is opened, the solution contained in it will have to be used within 45 days from the moment of opening.

About nasal drops Aqua Maris leave mostly positive reviews. Moms are pleased that the tool can be applied from the very first day of life. They note that the drug perfectly cleans the baby's nose from crusts and excess mucus, and the rhinitis after treatment with Aqua Maris goes much faster.

However, in many cases, other means against rhinitis is not required. And since sea water is harmless, such treatment is only good for the baby. Besides, it is very easy to bury the product.

Aqua Maris is especially often used when a runny nose occurs in babies of the first year of life, because such young children do not want to give synthetic drugs at all. Also, such droplets help out when the air is too dry during the heating period. Mothers often choose them to handle the baby’s nose in the winter, to prevent mucous membrane drying and viral infections.

If necessary, replace Aqua Maris, you can use the tools with a similar composition or action:

• Drops of Marimer. The composition of such a French tool also contains purified sea water, and it can be used from birth.
• Spray Nazomarin Dr. Theiss. This German drug is made on the basis of sea water, but contains some additional substances. Its use is allowed from 1 year.
• Spray Physiomer. This French sea water agent can be used from 2 weeks of age.
• Spray Salin. Such a tool containing saline, can be used in infants as drops, if you turn the bottle and bury the nose of the baby.

• Drops of Morenazal. They are made by domestic producers of sea salt and are used in babies from birth.
• Spray Nazol Aqua. The drug is produced in Italy on the basis of sodium chloride and is prescribed in infancy.
• Drops of Humer Monodose (from birth) or spray Humer 150 for children (from 1 month).
• Drops Aqualore baby (from birth) or spray Aqualo software (from 6 months of age). Such funds are produced in France on the basis of sterile seawater.
• Fluimarin Aerosol. This drug is recommended from 2 years of age.
• Drops Sialor aqua. This domestic product contains sea water and is prescribed from birth.