: Hold the spray in your right hand to spray your left nostril , and vice versa. This naturally helps you aim away from the center (septum) of your nose.
: Gently blow your nose to clear out mucus before starting. snizi.mov
: Insert the nozzle about a quarter to half inch into the nostril. Point the tip slightly outward , toward the corner of your eye or your ear on that same side. : Hold the spray in your right hand
: Shake the bottle well for about 10 seconds. If it's a new bottle, or if you haven't used it for a while, pump it into the air until a fine mist appears. : Insert the nozzle about a quarter to
: Press down on the pump while breathing in very gently . Avoid sniffing forcefully, as this can pull the medication into your throat.
: Keep your head level or tilted slightly forward. Do not tilt your head back , as this causes the medicine to run down your throat instead of staying in your nose.
For the best results, follow these steps as demonstrated in standard medical instruction videos: