Aquamaris Sense: instructions for use
For adults
Adults suffering from hypersensitivity to inhaled allergens are recommended to spray Aquamaris Sense 2 times into each half of the nose.
Despite the fact that the instructions for use of the Aqua Maris Sens nasal spray do not contain a description of the procedure for spraying the drug, you can use the standard method suitable for all types of the Aquamaris drug:
- Stand or sit to spray the medication.
- After removing the protective cap, bring the bottle in a vertical position to your right nostril.
- Pinch your left nostril with your finger.
- Insert the tip shallowly and press once until it stops 2 times.
- Repeat similarly for the opposite nostril.
The specificity of the drug’s action is associated with the formation of a protective film in the nose, onto which allergens are deposited. For this reason, spraying the drug must be repeated periodically, including after each blowing the nose or washing.
Aquamaris Sens is used during the entire period of presence of allergens in the air. In accordance with the instructions, it is necessary to spray the drug into the nose 15 minutes before contact with the allergen (for example, before going outside).
For children
The drug is recommended for children with allergies, starting from the age of 2. Follow the following instructions:
- Spraying of the drug is carried out in a sitting or standing position, holding the bottle with the product vertically.
- Insert the spray tip of the bottle shallowly into the right nostril.
- Pinch the left nostril with your finger or ask your child to do it themselves.
- Press the sprayer all the way down once.
- Repeat steps 2-4 for the opposite nostril.
Just like adults, Aquamaris Sense can be sprayed into the nose of children with unlimited frequency: before going for a walk, during a walk, after blowing their nose, etc.
During pregnancy and breastfeeding
Ectoin, which is part of the product, is an absolutely harmless substance that is not absorbed by the mucous membrane, does not penetrate the tissues and is not excreted in breast milk. Its use is safe. Aquamaris Sense is indicated during pregnancy and lactating women as a remedy that can, on the one hand, significantly reduce allergenic effects and, on the other, reduce or eliminate the use of antihistamines.
Instructions for use for pregnant and lactating women are similar to those discussed above.
Algorithm for using the spray
Aquamaris Sens spray is recommended for rinsing and irrigating the nose. When treating children over 2 years of age and adults, Aqua Maris is injected 1-2 times alternately into each nostril 4 times a day. There are no cases of overdose, so the drug can be used as needed for a long time.
To use the allergy remedy correctly, you need to follow the instructions:
- First remove the protective cap from the bottle.
- Place the drug in your hand so that the index and middle fingers are on either side of the tip. The thumb should support the aerosol from below.
- Tilt your head slightly forward, pinching one nasal passage with your finger.
- Inhale through the free nostril, breathing should be gentle.
- Press the spray nozzle all the way so that the stream enters the nasal canal.
- To irrigate the second nasal passage, you need to repeat the same steps, only with the other nostril.
- After using the pharmaceutical medication, wipe the nebulizer with a soft cloth and tightly close the cap.
Important! You must remember the rules of hygiene and do not let other people use the spray.
For allergies, Aquamaris Sens should be used 15 minutes before the “meeting” with the provocateur. The protection lasts for 3 hours. Before using the spray, it is recommended to prepare the mucous membrane by rinsing the nose with a special solution. This will help achieve the best therapeutic effect.
Composition and form of the drug
Unlike all other products in the Aquamaris line, Sense, as a drug for allergy sufferers, does not contain sea water, which can cause an intolerance reaction.
What is included in the spray:
- Ectoine;
- sea salt;
- purified water.
In terms of salinity, Sense is similar to saline solution - 0.9%. Such a solution is isotonic to blood plasma, i.e. has a similar salt concentration. Isotonic solutions are well tolerated by the nasal mucosa. They usually do not cause irritation and have mild disinfectant properties.
Aquamaris Sens is available in a plastic bottle with a solution volume of 20 ml, equipped with a spray nozzle.
How the drug works
The anti-allergenic properties of the product are determined by the ectoine included in its composition.
Not long ago, scientists discovered how some microorganisms can survive in aggressive environments. They synthesize a substance that forms a film with water molecules that reduces the contact of these microorganisms with the environment. This substance was called ectoine.
The method observed in microorganisms to resist negative environmental factors was adopted by specialists from Jadran Galenski Laboratories. An allergy sufferer is surrounded by an environment that is aggressive to them. To reduce an allergic reaction, you can not only block histamine receptors (as most anti-allergenic drugs do), but also reduce contact of the mucous membrane with allergens. Ectoine has proven to be an effective substance for this purpose.
After administration into the nose, the product, thanks to ectoine and water, forms a film on the nasal mucosa. Allergenic particles settle on this film, do not come into contact with the mucous membrane and do not cause an allergic reaction. In addition, ectoine makes mucosal cells more “strong”, stabilizing their surface structure.
Sea salt, which is part of the product, promotes:
- Relieving inflammation;
- regeneration of the nasal mucosa;
- normalization of the cells of the nasal mucosa.
The antiseptic properties of salt help fight germs in the nose. Purified water in Sens promotes mechanical rinsing of allergens and bacteria.
Aquamaris Sens does not have a vasoconstrictor effect.
The principle of action of the drug
AQUA MARIS® SENS NASAL SPRAY, after contact with the nasal mucosa, interacts with water, and this connection leads to the formation of a thin protective film.
The hydrofilm does not cause any discomfort, but it is so dense that the allergens that fall on it simply do not get inside the nasal wall and do not come into contact with the cells.
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And in order for allergic rhinitis to develop, an immune response to irritants is necessary.
But since allergens do not penetrate the body, the immune system does not perceive them as foreign organisms.
Thanks to the good functioning of the ciliated epithelium, allergens deposited on the hydrofilm are gradually removed from the nose.
You can speed up their removal by blowing your nose and washing; these procedures are recommended for allergy sufferers after visiting natural areas, the street, or after home cleaning.
For what types of allergies is it used?
Aqua Maris Sense is used for allergies caused by inhalant allergens. Such allergens are represented by two groups:
- Plant pollen;
- household allergens.
Household allergens include:
- Household dust;
- chemicals used in everyday life (for example, air fresheners) or included in household items (for example, furniture);
- wool, epithelial particles, biological fluids of domestic animals;
- insects and their metabolic products;
- pollen of domestic plants;
- fungi and other microorganisms.
Indications for use
Allergists recommend the composition to eliminate seasonal pollen intolerance (flowering plants, trees). Eliminates allergic reactions to wool, natural fabrics, and animal hair.
Patients suffering from individual intolerance to household chemicals noted a significant improvement after using this medicine.
The drug is used in therapeutic practice to eliminate inflammatory processes and diseases that accompany or intensify the underlying pathology.
Is Aquamaris Sense effective?
Reviews about the effectiveness of Aquamaris Sense are contradictory. Along with the positive ones, stating that the product helped allergy sufferers, there are numerous statements from patients stating the absence of any pronounced effect.
Allergy sufferers who gave negative reviews to Aquamaris, in most cases, expected a pronounced antihistamine, anti-inflammatory or vasoconstrictor effect from the spray. Having received none of the above, they considered the remedy ineffective. In addition, many skeptics referred to the high cost of the spray, which, in their opinion, did not correspond to the result they wanted to get for the money they paid.
It should be noted that Aquamaris Sense is not a medicine. It does not contain substances that relieve allergic reactions.
Aquamaris has a gentle and very conditional effect. The manufacturer, in the instructions for use of this product, has defined and limited the limits of its effectiveness.
The film formed on the mucous membrane after spraying the drug actually protects the mucous membrane from contact with allergens. The degree to which an allergic reaction is reduced depends on two factors:
- Individual sensitivity of the allergy sufferer;
- concentration of allergens in the air.
In addition, secretory cells of the mucous membrane work constantly, renewing nasal secretions. This leads to dilution and erosion of the film formed by ectoine. Not to mention, the person sneezes and blows their nose, helping to physically remove ectoine from the nose.
Therefore, for a long-lasting effect, it is necessary to periodically spray the product over and over again. The manufacturer does not indicate in the instructions for use of Aquamaris Sens how often the product should be used during the day. In practice, for one allergy sufferer, once every 2 hours will be sufficient, for another – every 15 minutes. This should be taken into account when deciding whether to use a spray.
List of cheap analogues of the drug
Yadran Laboratory is the only pharmaceutical manufacturer producing liquid nasal spray with ectoine.
Aqua Maris Sense has no analogues. This is the first and so far the only drug with such a composition.
Approximate and cheaper means include numerous solutions for nasal hygiene:
- Aqua Master;
- Rizosin;
- Marimer.
- Nazol-Aqua;
- Morenasal;
- Aqua-Rinosol.
The sprays listed above contain purified water with the addition of sea salt in a concentration of 0.65-1.2%. These products help wash away allergens from the nasal mucosa, reduce swelling, and promote regeneration processes. However, they do not prevent contact with irritants and are therefore less effective.
Which is better Aquamaris Sense or Aqualor Soft
Many consumers are interested in the question of whether Aquamaris Sense has an analogue in the Aqualor line of products produced by the international concern Stada. In particular, they ask which is better, Aqualor Soft or Aquamaris Sense.
Despite the fact that these are completely different means, let’s compare their main properties and parameters.
Table 1. Comparative characteristics of Aquamaris Sense and Aqualor Soft. AQUA MARIS SENS
AQUALOR SOFT
Compound | purified water + sea salt + ectoine | sea water + purified water |
Salt concentration | 0,9% | 0,8-1,1% |
Indications | recommended for allergic rhinitis | recommended for rinsing with all types of runny nose |
Release form | spray, plastic bottle 20 ml | pressurized tin spray bottle contains 50 or 125 ml of solution |
Mode of application | single spray as many times a day as needed | rinsing for a few seconds 3-6 times a day |
The table shows that it is incorrect to compare Aqua Maris Sense and Aqualor Soft.
Aqualor Soft is a nasal rinse.
While Aqua Maris Sens is a product that allows you to prevent or reduce the intensity of an allergic reaction by creating a barrier between the allergen and sensitive cells.
Which is better Aquamaris Sense or Nazaval
Nazaval spray is produced by the British pharmaceutical company Nazaleze LTD. According to the principle of action, the product is the closest analogue of Aquamaris Sens. Let's look at the main properties of both sprays.
Table 2. Comparative characteristics of Nazaval and Aquamaris Sens.
NAZAWAL
AQUA MARIS SENS
Compound | vegetable cellulose + fragrance (mint extract) | purified water + sea salt + ectoine |
Substance | fine powder | liquid |
Indications | recommended for allergic rhinitis | |
How it works | forms a protective barrier between sensitive nasal cells and allergens | |
Release form | spray, plastic bottle 500 mg | spray, plastic bottle 20 ml |
Mode of application | single spray as many times a day as needed |
Consumers give approximately the same reviews for both products.
In most cases, allergy sufferers stated that it is necessary to spray these products at least once an hour to prevent the development of an allergic reaction.
With the indicated frequency of use, a bottle of Nazaval will last approximately 10 days. Aqua Maris will be used up faster. However, it is somewhat cheaper than Nazaval. The final cost of using both drugs will be approximately the same.
At the same time, Aquamaris has at least 2 advantageous differences:
- Sea salt in the composition has a positive effect on the nasal mucosa;
- does not contain any allergens, unlike Nazaval, which contains natural peppermint extract.
Thus, Aquamaris has a more favorable safety profile.
In general, we can conclude that Aqua Maris Sense and Nazaval correspond to each other in terms of effectiveness, action and cost of use. The choice of one or another is a matter of individual preference.
What is Aqua Maris ® Ectoin?
Its active component ECTOIN protects the nasal mucosa from the attachment of allergens, significantly reducing the likelihood of developing an allergic reaction.
Ectoin is the latest development in the field of biotechnology. This organic substance forms strong compounds with water molecules, forming a protective film that prevents allergens from settling on the nasal mucosa. Thus, the further development of the allergic reaction is blocked and the severity of the manifestations of allergic rhinitis is reduced.
What is useful to know about allergic rhinitis?
Allergic rhinitis (runny nose) is an inflammation of the nasal mucosa, which occurs under the influence of inhaled allergens and can occur in the form of an acute or chronic disease. There are seasonal and year-round allergic rhinitis.
SEASONAL ALLERGIC RHINITIS
It occurs due to intolerance to pollen during the flowering period of some plants and appears strictly at certain times of the year. Pollen is carried by the wind over considerable distances. A trip to a region where allergenic plants bloom may cause an exacerbation of the disease.
Three periods when the concentration of pollen in the air is increased:
- SPRING (tree blossoms)
- SUMMER (meadow grasses)
- AUTUMN (weeds)
YEAR-ROUND ALLERGIC RHINITIS
The development is caused by allergens with which a person constantly comes into contact. As a rule, these are household allergens: micromites, animal hair, household chemicals.
! As allergens disappear from the surrounding air (during rain, winter), symptoms weaken or disappear.
- Prevents contact of allergens with the nasal mucosa
- Prevents further development of an allergic reaction
- Has protective and anti-inflammatory properties
For children over the age of 10 years and adults, 1-2 injections into each nostril 3-4 times a day.
If necessary, can be used as often as necessary. For maximum preventive effect, Aqua Maris ® Ectoin nasal spray should be used 10–15 minutes before contact with the suspected allergen or other irritant.
Before using Aqua Maris ® Ectoin, use Aqua Maris ® Norm or Aqua Maris ® Watering Can to clean and prepare the nasal mucosa. This will allow you to achieve maximum therapeutic effect.
Aqua Maris ® Ectoin nasal spray should be used systematically throughout the entire period of active flowering and dusting of allergenic plants.
It is recommended to reuse the Aqua Maris ® Ectoin nasal spray after each cleansing of the nasal cavity (blowing the nose or rinsing).
Thank you Aqua Maris for Ectoin! A natural and safe remedy finally exists) In my situation, this comes in handy. Now I have an allergy on my foot, and I can safely go to the maternity hospital)) I recommend it to all pregnant women)) ps the yellow cap is generally “sunny”, you can immediately see where you put it (transparent ones always get lost on me).
I started using it, and as per habit, I sprayed it every 1.5-2 hours approximately. But one day my boyfriend and I went to the park, walked for three hours and returned home, I discovered that I had left my spray at home. Those. During all this time I have not had a need to use them! Anyone who suffers from allergies will understand that this is an amazing feeling.
I concluded for myself that Aqua Maris Ectoin is simply a lifesaver for pregnant women, and not only for them. Then I also plan to use this spray, because using it seemed more economical to me than using a bunch of my medications at the same time.
Main active ingredient Ectoin 2 g.
Aqua Maris® Ectoin is a completely natural product with a high safety profile. According to statistics, allergic rhinitis in children under 1 year of age is quite rare, so it is not advisable to conduct additional studies involving young children.
Allergy elimination involves preventing contact with the problematic allergen. Currently, the industrial industry associated with the removal of allergens from residential premises (primarily house dust mites) has received great development. These are special detergents, washing vacuum cleaners, filters, special fabrics for pillowcases and bed linen that do not allow allergens to pass through. Elimination therapy is the removal of the allergen from the surface of the mucous membranes of the nasal cavity. Rinsing with ordinary sterile water is not suitable for these purposes. Due to a significant difference in the osmotic pressure of water and nasal secretions, a disruption in the normal functioning of the cells of the nasal mucosa and the self-cleaning process may occur. To rinse the nose, doctors recommend using solutions of natural sea water, which in their osmotic composition are close to blood plasma (Aqua Maris® Norm Intensive Rinse, Aqua Maris® Baby Intensive Rinse, Aqua Maris® Leica). In addition to the mechanical removal of allergens, such products saturate the mucous membrane with beneficial microelements, protecting it and restoring local immunity. Currently, elimination therapy is a prerequisite for complex treatment of allergies.
• If you have to go outside or clean the house, use Aqua Maris® Ectoin prophylactic 10-15 minutes before contact with the suspected allergen. It creates an imperceptible protective barrier on the nasal mucosa, preventing allergens from settling, which significantly reduces the likelihood of developing an allergic reaction. • After each walk, wash your face and hands with cool water and change clothes to remove any settled pollen or dust. • Remove carpets, curtains, soft toys and other items from the apartment on which dust quickly accumulates. • Wet clean the room you are in several times a day. • Do not dry washed clothes outside, as pollen may accumulate on them. • Do not have pets, as wool has strong allergenic properties. • During the flowering period of plants, it is not advisable to go outside on windy days. If there is a need to ventilate the room, hang a damp cloth on the window, which will serve as a barrier from pollen for a while.
Aqua Maris® Ectoin can be combined with any medications used for allergic rhinitis, including antihistamines. Ectoin, which is part of Aqua Maris ® Ectoin, forms a strong ectoine hydrocomplex on the surface of the mucous membrane, which makes it resistant to allergens and reduces the severity of the allergic reaction. Studies have proven that the use of Aqua Maris® Ectoin in combination with other allergy medications has a more pronounced therapeutic effect than the use of only one antihistamine.
Aqua Maris® Ectoin is not addictive. The duration of use is not limited.
Aqua Maris® Ectoin is approved for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The main active ingredient - ectoine - does not enter the bloodstream and does not have a systemic effect, but remains on the surface of the nasal mucosa, creating a protective layer and preventing the attachment of allergens.
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