How to use nasal sprays correctly - Avoid the side effects and boost effectiveness

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In this video I am going to tell you 5 tips to improve your nasal spray technique. At the end you will know how to avoid side effects and boost the effectiveness of these sprays. See below for the links to the sprays mentioned in this video.
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Otrivine decongestant nasal spray that you can use for 5 days - amzn.to/33i0YyP
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:18 Tip 1 - Don't Sniff up sprays
0:48 Tip 2 - Clean your nose first
1:34 Tip 3 - Aim the spray properly
2:17 How nasal turbinates work
2:57 How to direct the spray correctly
3:45 Nasal Polyps
4:22 Tip 4 - How to stop sneezing
4:54 Avoid sneezing if you might bleed technique
5:08 Tip 5 - Check you are on the right sprays
5:18 Nasal Decongestants & Rhinitis Medicamentosa
6:45 Nasal Steroids that cause systemic side effects
7:10 Side effects of steroids & Bioavailability
7:34 Nasal sprays with low bioavailability - Pirinase / fluticasone propionate
7:55 Bonus Tip - Flixonase Nasules
8:32 Muslim Prayer Position
9:09 Conclusion

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@petersimms4982 2 жыл бұрын

The NHS needs more people like this guy ! Great explanation, learned more in 5 min than in the last 20 years

@paulvalley6363 2 жыл бұрын

Seriously. This guy made my ENT look like a clown.

@Reepicheepish 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@jamiepike6909 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing advice❤️👍

@wendymcdonald5145 Жыл бұрын

Me too!

@Kismanpoon Жыл бұрын

Agreed.i just realised I had been spraying wrong way ..for so long

@imerriweather1 Жыл бұрын

Been struggling with allergies, sinus and snoring for decades and NONE of my doctors or pharmacists have ever told me any of this. Great job!

@ryanbenoit722 3 ай бұрын

They are uneducated or don't care.

@caracaplinger1860 2 жыл бұрын

I have used nasal sprays, prescribed for my nasal congestion, for years. This video taught me more in 5 minutes than in all the directions that come in the box! Thanks for all the great info!!!!

@Ajatashatru7 2 жыл бұрын

So, are you good now? You have been using it for years, did your nose get addicted to it?

@mireille909 Жыл бұрын

Yes also me I have been used nasal spray for not then five years and now it make my pressure blood high in the night it’s like u r killing Urself slowly

@user-rizzwan Жыл бұрын

@@Ajatashatru7 wondering the same thing

@vzero8612 10 ай бұрын

Allergic rhinitis ha?

@VonTwinzig 9 ай бұрын

Vik, where have you been all my (nasal spray and drops) life!? I have been using nasal antihistamines and decongestants totally wrong for decades. Some of the most useful medical advice wrapped up in a 5min video I’ve ever come across. Totally brilliant!

@lauraantos3105 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best explanations I’ve seen about nasal sprays a ive had seasonal allergies most of my life and the doctor always wants to give me a nasal spray and I’ve stayed away because they don’t seem to work. Watching your video helped me realize I was using them incorrectly. Thanks for the help!

@videoaddicto 2 жыл бұрын

SAME I always assumed it was because I wasn't breathing deeply enough or putting the spray high enough in my nose wth! LOL pharmacists need to overexplain since a lot of people don't know these things!

@dsldude1152 2 жыл бұрын

I feel very privileged to hear this professional advice, even more so for free.

@marielynwood8058 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, been doing this wrong FOREVER. Nobody ever explained or showed. Thank you. 👍

@Gt3ch 11 ай бұрын

Wow that was terrific! I've been using sprays for well over 30 years, have had sinus surgery and have lost count of all the ENT docs I've seen over the years. Not one doctor has ever taken the time to explain any of this and consequently I've been using sprays wrong this whole time! Thank you!

@Droidzi 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comprehensive walkthrough - one of the better presentations on the topic on the internet!

@wahabbaig9830 2 жыл бұрын

As always incredibly fine and practical information

@nicfarrow 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely BRILLIANT explanation of all the things I have been wondering about for decades.

@maemorillo5754 2 жыл бұрын

Ohhh myyyy!!! I'm using my nasal spray incorrectly for 3 days in a row. Thank you so much for this video. ❤

@discontinuity7526 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you doc, I couldn't ask for a better delivery of useful content 👍this is where the real value of video sharing platforms comes from

@jowelch1954 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for truly caring and sharing your knowledge, it makes a huge difference for people. 👍🙂

@VikVeerENTSurgeon 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! and lovely to meet you the other day!

@moladejo362 2 жыл бұрын

@@VikVeerENTSurgeon after using the spray, how long do you have to breathe through your mouth?

@michelepastele5347 2 жыл бұрын

These are some great tips. I've had allergy/sinus problems for years and have never heard most of these tips! Thanks!

@michaelgeorge4826 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this video! My biggest mistake was sniffing it right up. Now I let it marinade inside my nose, and it does work better this way. Extremely useful video!

@stacyc.8378 Жыл бұрын

You definitely know what you are talking about. Very well said. I learned a lot!😊

@krishnar3493 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Doc. Very helpful.

@MrJupton1 Жыл бұрын

Great! Thank you!! Excellent advice! Blessings and Good Health always!

@2010JNandS Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Nice to have a Brit who shows products we can get here in the uk. Very clear demo.

@peggypieters661 2 жыл бұрын

I learned a couple of new things that no one ever told me; thank you!!👍👍

@aye3678 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for making this video. You truly went above and beyond with the amount of information provided in this 9 minute video.

@hele7070 Жыл бұрын

One of the most informative videos on sprays and how they AND my nose works that I’ve ever seen!!! Thank you Dr. Vik!😘

@1rocknroy 5 ай бұрын

I've been snorting the flonase for decades. I appreciate this helpful "revolatary" info, Dr.

@mr.boniato6402 11 ай бұрын

it's better to use the opposite hand, meaning, use the right hand for the left nostril and left for right.... much easier.

@elisabethlafontaine8979 7 ай бұрын

Great video. I wondered why the decongestant had stopped working. Learned the essentials in a few minutes. Thank you.

@ricardo33086 3 жыл бұрын

Dr. Veer, you have a gift for explaining stuff! Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge 👍

@VikVeerENTSurgeon 3 жыл бұрын

So nice of you, thank you for your comment.

@faraz1231 Жыл бұрын

That was excellent... Cleared a lot of points I had queries about... Your "besides the point" are often what I find most useful! 😅

@alexdes1212 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, your video helped prevent the nasal congestion progress to sinusitis like it usually does, simply by spraying the right way!!!

@SonsareZ 5 ай бұрын

Super helpful video, very clearly explained and paced. Thanks alot!

@antonypalmer5804 2 жыл бұрын

you have just answered questions I did not know I needed answers to thankyou.

@lesleyfromkent6938 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. I just had a large polyp removed and this info is gold dust.

@johnhathaway7142 2 жыл бұрын

Superb clarity of explanation, so unpretentious from a very well qualified guy. I have learnt so much from this . Bravo!

@shel629 2 жыл бұрын

He is a very good doctor

@jensmith1990 Жыл бұрын

Wow this is bloody brilliant! Thank you so much

@normathompson8011 3 ай бұрын

So easy to understand! Excellent and helpful advice!

@lynngilman8595 Жыл бұрын

Ent scrub for years here. Best video I have seen. Thanks for getting info out!

@shikshyasangroula95 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou Doctor! I was prescribed Metaspray yesterday. I was wondering how I should be using it. Glad I found your video. ❤️

@robmo6505 2 жыл бұрын

I've been using steroid sprays for decades for allergic rhinitis, it's good to finally learn how to use it correctly. Better late than never!

@essanjay8604 2 жыл бұрын

Ditto - bit concerning to hear I should only have used the one I'm on for 3 months when I've been prescribed it for about 20 years lol!

@adafridi Жыл бұрын

what about side effects on eyes? any idea

@1nsurgent Жыл бұрын

@@adafridi Fluticasone may increase the risk that you will develop glaucoma or cataracts. You will probably need to have regular eye exams during your treatment with fluticasone. Tell your doctor if you have any of the following: pain, redness, or discomfort of the eyes; blurred vision; seeing halos or bright colors around lights; or any other changes in vision. Talk to your doctor about the risks of using this medication. Those are the long-term risks of taking it 6months +.

@alyssaleeson2284 2 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful. Thank you!

@mikelewis871 2 жыл бұрын

Thank's Vik ,if i hadn't seen this Most Wonderful Comprehensive and Exhuastive study about nose sprays, i would not have believed it!! Absolutely Fantastic rundown, well done Vik, keep up this invaluable work !!!!

@sandradring6265 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this brilliant info. I’ve been doing it all wrong! You’ve explained it all so very well...I’m off now to wash my nose out and use my flixonase properly. Thanks again! 👍

@msrockwood 3 жыл бұрын

I so wish that I lived in the UK so I could see you! I am an absolute mess and have yet to find a good ENT. I can tell that your bedside manner is absolutely stellar. I have gotten so much watching your videos.They actually have given me some hope! You are so kind for taking the time to explain all of this and I love that not everything that you share relies on drugs and surgery. It’s so refreshing to see.

@VikVeerENTSurgeon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words. I'm afraid I don't know anyone in America, I've only been there once for a few days for a conference. I wish you the best of luck.

@johnstanton8499 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the NHS ethos at its best ;different I guess ,from the narrative usually pushed by the usual vested interests

@longerjnr8340 2 жыл бұрын

I have been using avamys sprays since is not working please what I can use please

@screamtoasigh9984 2 жыл бұрын

Msrockwood, if you are near NY - I can recommend Dr. Steven Y. Park, he's an ENT/sleep surgeon at Montefiore. Oh he had a KZfaq channel kzfaq.info not very active but you can get an idea.

@namisan9310 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This should be an official instruction video for these nasal spray brands..

@kathycusumano2445 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for great tips! You must be a fantastic doctor I wish you were my doctor. My sinuses causing me misery for few years now. God bless you!

@Yellow-Rose 2 жыл бұрын

This video was recommended by YT and I'm so glad it was. This was a fabulous video Dr. Veer! So interesting. I will be sharing it as I know lots of people with sinus issues especially living down here in the American deep south. Thank you so much!!

@thefarmingnurse Жыл бұрын

It’s amazing what you learn from anatomy and more even still when applying that knowledge to medications

@Bcwilderness 2 жыл бұрын

life time suffering, just found after 3 nights pacing around no sleep hell, thankyou dude for this, feeling more relaxed just listening

@erob65 2 жыл бұрын

That was enlightening. Thanks, Doc!

@6figure101 Жыл бұрын

Very well explained. I have aggressive nasal polyps and a deviated septum. And I have found the side with the deviated septum gives me the most trouble. I feel it is because I am not getting the right angle on that side when I spray, therefore the medication is not going efficiently to where it needs to be. I think your tips will surely help. Thank you so much. I wish my ENT was as helpful as yourself. And best of luck and much love to everyone here who is suffering!! 💙

@AngloHuscarl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, never been taught any of this.

@lalirazmadze7265 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir for sharing this video!

@happylady5894 Жыл бұрын

I've been using flixonaise for around the last 20 years. First time I've ever seen anyone explain how to use it properly. Thank you so much will start tomorow following your advice

@nadavegan 2 жыл бұрын

Bonus tip #2: for decongestant sprays, only use at night so you can breathe more easily while you sleep. Suffer through the day as best you can without using the spray. This reduces dependency and keeps effectiveness higher.

@humblerojo6300 Жыл бұрын

Agree. Also, perhaps only on one side if only one side is restricted.

@humblerojo6300 Жыл бұрын

Great advice. Also, 100% nasal breathing should be a lifelong goal so that NO can naturally keep the sinuses open.

@SWEETBISCUIT100 Жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I do thanks for this advise

@SWEETBISCUIT100 Жыл бұрын

Advice

@brocscogmyre5592 11 ай бұрын

Why should you have to suffer at all

@smoothsilk47 18 күн бұрын

Such a good explanation, so clear, very many thanks, I learnt a lot!

@arroncample9670 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Video . Taught Me The Correct Way .And What Sprays To Use .

@Kerbeygrip 11 ай бұрын

Super. Thank you. I am on these meds for sinusitis and polyps. No one told me!

@abunusaybah__ 2 ай бұрын

Honestly, your videos are so beneficial thank you so much

@pacificH2O 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr. Veer! This was terrific information.

@deborahr2236 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent information thank you so much.

@khaledwakili9946 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Veer for the helpfil info its nice to see a doctor that spends some time and care 🙏👍

@raymond1001 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Such a great video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. 👍👍👍

@MsAbyss123 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining the best way to use nasal sprays. I was prescribed a cortisone based spray without any sort of explanation. The paperwork inside the container had basic drawings and I now realise I was using it incorrectly because the taste I experienced afterwards was vile.

@briashubert2489 Жыл бұрын

this was very informative, thank you!

@tallynbrazell4306 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for these tips! I’ve been on fluticasone for 15+ years and never knew this.

@melanieb294 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr Veer, wonderful advice.

@chadmorris5983 2 жыл бұрын

8:37 Muslim Prayer Position - SubanAllah! Great videos, we appreciate the time and effort you have put in.

@fCLEF007 2 жыл бұрын

Please do a video on this Epley's reflex and how to do it properly on your arm to make it easier to breathe! I have never seen that sneezing trick with the finger under the nose before, either.

@BalajiKannan527 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks from india I am person with frequent ear blocks and nostril blockage..also have deviated nasal septum..your are videos are useful...

@pammigill8098 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much dr. I was spraying wrong way so far now I learned the right way

@saghair88 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very very much for the good explanation

@chrismahfouz7709 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this useful information, Dr. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🤟🏻

@dabigguy6267 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this information . I've been battling allergies along with nasal polyps. in fact I haven't had a sense of smell in years (way before the pandemic). I'm hoping this information will help me! I sneeze so bad every time I use these!

@Maryam-ue3vw Жыл бұрын

Thank You Doc. I 've started using nasal spray before I go to bed for a week now and apparently all wrong. Many thanks for this outstanding video

@ownup987 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr Vik for your informative videos!! ❤

@cfrtravel7734 Ай бұрын

VERY helpful! Thanks for sharing.

@aniccadance13 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, thank you, subscribed!

@ForTeamTang Ай бұрын

Great video, thank you!

@inicecil Жыл бұрын

I hope my ENT doctor explained this years ago. But better late than never...thank you doctor!

@Dorvita Жыл бұрын

OMG Ive been on beconase for over ten years aarrgg... amazing video thank you, I am truly shocked. 🌹

@geo.cgeier3435 Жыл бұрын

Thanx for the info! Of course I was using the Flonase wrong and you helped! Thanx Doc!👍

@suezaple4950 Жыл бұрын

thanks very much for this , I have another week to go then will have to use the sprays after have septoplasty and terbinate reduction surgery. I appreciate your videos . Ontario , Canada

@catcall569 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this information… I definitely needed this. My nose is on a cycle of clog and unclogging and it’s affecting my sleep. As a result I’ve found myself relying on the decongestant nasal sprays. I need a better solution.

@Suldo3 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative, thank you.

@VikVeerENTSurgeon 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome

@invictuz4803 Жыл бұрын

The most descriptive and helpful video on nasal sprays on KZfaq ever. I was able to understand what the turbinates were from your description after being confused by so many other animations and diagrams! However, I'm still confused about where nasal spray should be pointing. Doesn't pointing it towards the ear shoot it right at the bottom outer most part of the inner nose (the round part of a nostril flare)? I feel like when I point it this far to the side, the medicine just leaks right out of my nose. Some resources say to point it to the outer corner of your eye. I feel like when I point it at the inner corner of my eye, I get the most effect.

@james7149 3 жыл бұрын

So helpful, your ongoing professional information is giving me much needed knowledge, thank you!

@VikVeerENTSurgeon 3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@joefarrow1599 2 ай бұрын

I cannot believe how much there was to learn about nasal sprays

@bieberfan6300 2 ай бұрын

A huge huge thank you for wonderful information . I’m currently going through hell with a severe deviated septum due to injury and it’s going to be ages till I get the operation.

@georgeobrien9748 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I've never been told this by my GP.

@JayTeaTea 11 ай бұрын

Oh, I have been doing it wrong my entire life. Thank you so much ❤❤❤

@lorettagallegos2558 Жыл бұрын

VERY GOOD INFORMATION. I'VE BEEN DOING IT WRONG ALL ALONG. NO WONDER I NEVER GOT BETTER WITH A SPRAYS.

@jamkwasowski5207 Жыл бұрын

So good, thank you!

@TomokoAbe_ Жыл бұрын

FABULOUS! Thank you. I would not use Afrin any more than 3 days and no more than twice a day. It's extremely addictive.

@orul8273 2 жыл бұрын

My word! This is the most helpful information I have EVER gotten about using nasal spray correctly and it's function in all my 50+ years. i have had 2 sinus surgeries and a turbinate reduction which were not successful. I am a miserable breather most of the time. After watching your video this is the first time I have really had lasting hope for success. Thank you so much Doctor Veer!