Javier Marín is a pharmacist and on his social networks shared a video in which he warned of a common mistake that many people make when using nasal spray. It revealed the best way to do it.
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21/10/2026
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ANDwe're coming to the flu and cold season, a time when it might get more congested. The use of nasal spray to relieve is common. However, there is a mistake you may be making when using this type of treatment. A pharmacist explains everything.
Javier Marín is a pharmacist and on his social networks he shared a video in which he explained what he is doing wrong by using this type of spray to relieve nasal congestion. “Almost 90% of people misuse this kind of spray” begins by saying the publisher.
The error when using nasal spray and how to do it the best way
“The technique is as important as the medication itself. Lean the head forward, use the hand opposite the nasal opening and direct the spray pipe towards the external wall of the nose, as if pointing to the ear”, continues.
Most people use the spray pointed at the center of the nose, which can irritate the nasal septum area. If you adopt this method of the pharmacist, the medication comes in, but without such irritation it can be quite uncomfortable.
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“This way, it helps the medication reach the right area and avoids directing it to the nasal septum” continues expert Javier Marin.
Experts warn of the risks of prolonged use of nasal sprays
A lot of these sprays are easy to buy. However, one of the problems is related to excessive use. The relief of the clogged nose may later be associated with irreversible airway damage.
Cited by the Daily Mail, a study by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society revealed that addiction to this type of spray can irritate the most sensitive blood vessels in the nose and lead to swelling. Thus, nasal congestion may worsen. It may also cause a type of rhinitis caused by the use of this type of spray medicine.
The Royal Police Society of the United Kingdom has warned that a visible note of this type of contraindications is placed on these drugs due to prolonged use, such as addiction.
The risks of using nasal sprays
“ Our research shows that many people are unaware of this risk, which means that they can continue to use these sprays without realizing that they may be prolonging their symptoms,” says Amira Guirguis of the Royal Police Society.
“ We would like to see clearer warnings on packaging, not to go unnoticed, and a greater awareness of the limit of seven days ", continues.
It also says that “the answer needs to be proportional to the risk and, at the moment, the immediate and important measure to be taken is to clarify the message and health recommendations, with a warning in front of the packaging to inform that this product should not be used for more than seven days.”