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

[@petersimms4982]

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

[@paulvalley6363]

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

[@Reepicheepish]

Exactly

[@jamiepike6909]

Amazing advice❤️👍

[@wendymcdonald5145]

Me too!

[@Kismanpoon]

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

[@imerriweather1]

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]

They are uneducated or don't care.

[@caracaplinger1860]

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!!!!

[@Ahuwahta]

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

[@mireille909]

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

[@rizzwan-42069]

@@Ahuwahta wondering the same thing

[@vzero8612]

Allergic rhinitis ha?

[@VonTwinzig]

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!

[@dsldude1152]

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

[@lauraantos3105]

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]

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!

[@Gt3ch]

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!

[@jowelch1954]

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

[@VikVeerENTSurgeon]

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

[@moladejo362]

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

[@ricardo33086]

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

[@VikVeerENTSurgeon]

So nice of you, thank you for your comment.

[@nadavegan]

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]

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

[@humblerojo6300]

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

[@SWEETBISCUIT100]

This is exactly what I do thanks for this advise

[@SWEETBISCUIT100]

Advice

[@brocscogmyre5592]

Why should you have to suffer at all

[@mr.boniato6402]

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

[@gosman949]

I use the right hand for both!

[@maemorillo5754]

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

[@michaelgeorge4826]

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!

[@marielynwood8058]

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

[@michelepastele5347]

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

[@msrockwood]

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]

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]

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

[@longerjnr8340]

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

[@screamtoasigh9984]

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 KZbin channel kzbin.info not very active but you can get an idea.

[@happylady5894]

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

[@1rocknroy]

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

[@orul8273]

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!

[@faraz1231]

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

[@dilse9293]

The Muslim prayer position - super helpful! I recently started Dymista and had a hard time keeping the liquid from going down my throat (seems to be more volume w/the Dymista, maybe because it’s a combo spray). Now, I spray & then immediately go on my knees (prayer position) and tuck my chin under. I hold that for a bit, switching to “down dog” as well, so with my 2 Dymista doses per day I’m also getting the benefit of some stretching. Getting my nose “upside down” like this has really minimized the bitter taste at the back of my throat. THANK YOU! 🤗

[@robmo6505]

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]

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]

what about side effects on eyes? any idea

[@1nsurgent]

@@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 +.

[@magednabil4616]

man your explanation amazing you are gifted, you should be a professor in medical school, students need this kind of educational skills

[@discontinuity7526]

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

[@james7149]

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

[@VikVeerENTSurgeon]

You are so welcome!

[@Droidzi]

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

[@MsAbyss123]

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.

[@elisabethlafontaine8979]

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

[@rachnarao]

Oh my gosh thank you so much. I was not using the spray right, i was sniffing it up immediately so it wasn't effective. I sprayed it in an angle after i watched your video and i waited a bit and breathed through my mouth and it worked so much better!

[@VikVeerENTSurgeon]

You are so welcome!

[@aye3678]

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.

[@TomokoAbe_]

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

[@nicfarrow]

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

[@stevecoppins6554]

Thank you for this video , I have had allergic rhinitis for around 14 years and the advice that has been given has been minimal . The advice on sprays makes so much sense , beggars belief why the spray instructions don't say the same ! .

[@fCLEF007]

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.

[@ShockN745]

Wow! Thanks Vik! I’ve been having non-allergic rhinitis for many years, I’m using a fluticasone spray, often weeks or months at a time. It helps but nothing helped as much as the nasules. Now thanks to your video I realized I’ve been using sprays wrong the whole time 😅 I was sniffing it, thinking it would help spread it in and I was spraying as deep as I could. How misguided I was 😅 I’m hopeful the new technique will boost the effectiveness. Thanks a a lot for the info! ❤

[@vzero8612]

What do you mean weeks or months at a time? I have non-allergic rhinitis and I have to use nasal spray daily if i stop symptoms just comes back.

[@flowerdalejewel]

Excellent clip. I'm addicted to nose drops, but I suffer from a deviated septum as well. Getting information on a better way of using the sprays is a godsend! Thank you for your information!

[@omaribrahim8048]

How are you treating yourself. I’m suffering from the same thing as well

[@Maryam-ue3vw]

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

[@kathycusumano2445]

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!

[@BalajiKannan527]

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

[@myrmidonmackenzie7182]

This was an eye opener.. no pun intended. And very helpful for me and my family. Thank you.

[@6figure101]

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!! 💙

[@beyondschool]

By far the best tutorial on the subject that I've watched--and I watched three short ones before this. Thank you!

[@VikVeerENTSurgeon]

Glad it was helpful!

[@winkytaghoy6932]

Doc what's the best time to use the spray - is it during nighttime before bed once daily or twice?

[@sandradring6265]

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! 👍

[@LeeLee-mn4dv]

You are so right about sneeze stopping. I close both nostrils with my fingers for 10 seconds. Never thought it would work, but it does, every time.

[@SoulfulVeg]

Thank you. I just went to the ENT today, and my sinuses are a mess. I'm taking new meds, and now I know how to take them.

[@Yellow-Rose]

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!!

[@glennkrueger4256]

Dr.Veer I’ve been using nasal sprays for years. Today with the help of you ,I now know how to properly use them. The way you explained was very easy to understand. I’m glad I ran across your page while researching CPAP thero

[@VikVeerENTSurgeon]

So nice of you

[@accuratealloys]

I just started ketamine nasal spray. It’s absolutely awful. It runs down the back of my throat and I wind up swallowing it. Then I gag and heave. I’m optimistic that your instructors will help me. Thank you doctor.

[@shikshyasangroula95]

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

[@wadesouza6402]

Great information, well presented. I have been on some of these meds due to allergies and sinusitis and noone explained how to use them. Now I know. Also, very informative to understand some of the anatomy and why to apply a certain way. It helps me to learn and remember because it is not just rote memorization. Thank you for your service.

[@VikVeerENTSurgeon]

Glad it was helpful!

[@oscatMeow]

I was just prescribed this for Chronic Sinusitis, the first day i didn’t really read the instructions and sprayed randomly and left it at that. symptoms were much better. over a week i overthought it and shove it deep into my nose and upwards like the box said and sniffed. eventually it hardly worked. the instant after watching this video i tried it and both nostrils are clear again. seems the more you coat in medicine the better! This might save me surgery! Thanks!

[@johnhathaway7142]

I have been prescribed Flixonase and although the instructions with it are good Dr Veer gives a superb why are wherefore of using nasal drops and his explanation fills in some queries about using Flixonase. He reallly is a great teacher. Lovely manner.

[@RyanHellyer]

My GP taught me how to do this in I think 1988. But he told me to do it directly towards the back of my head. It didn't occur to me to look into any other way to do it. Thanks for the expert advice on how to do it.

[@MrQuarksy]

This is very useful info. Wish I'd found it years ago as I've struggled with polyps, and rarely hit the right spot, and have undoubtably swallowed and wasted lot of the meds.

[@invictuz4803]

The most descriptive and helpful video on nasal sprays on KZbin 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.

[@Musical131]

Fantastic video! You mentioned that the turbinates can swell up "depending on how fast you are breathing in". I am a singer and breathe in quickly lots of times (topping up mouth breathing with nose breathing) over 2 hours a night. As a result my nose feels generally swollen inside. Any tips would be hugely appreciated! :)

[@vivianriver6450]

This has left me wondering if using a CPAP at a high pressure could be causing my turbinate issues, as well. @Musical131, can you tell me which video he makes these remarks in?

[@Ratatouille949]

I literlly haven't slept for 4 days because of my blocked sinus, just got a spray thank you so much!

[@VikVeerENTSurgeon]

Glad I could help!

[@alexchavez3244]

Try taking a hot shower and do push ups or take a run heat up you’re body don’t eat dairy it creates more dairy and drink water.

[@alexchavez3244]

@@VikVeerENTSurgeon what do you think would be best for sinus infection?

[@JayTeaTea]

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

[@magno5157]

wow... all my doctors ever told me was to just spray it into my nose... unbelievable.... after decades, only now I found out basically all that money spent was for nought! Thanks so much for your video!

[@johnhathaway7142]

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

[@davidh.8513]

Thank you very much I use the spray every night to help keep my nose open but I always sniffed. I won`t do that anymore. Thank you Dr.!

[@leeleereviews]

thank you for this video, I have been spraying it towards the middle part. I wish the pharmacist would have told me that

[@lorettagallegos2558]

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

[@namisan9310]

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

[@MrJacksonwr]

i have Sleep Apnea and my nose stops up at night. I have steroids that i use as well. i can't use the cpap machine because I will get rhinitis. i do have the mouth piece that helps somewhat. my point in commenting is that i have learned so much from you about breathing, about throat exercises, etc. i have been dealing with these issues for years. i am in the US and wish that there were doctors here like you. Thank you for educating the population! unfortunately, i can't get access to none of the devices in london because i am in the US.

[@stacyc.8378]

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

[@i95smuggler]

You are a remarkable teacher! Thank you very much for this information.

[@SonsareZ]

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

[@tallynbrazell4306]

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

[@figmo397]

This was incredibly useful! I've had sinus problems all my life, including a sinus operation and two balloon sinuplasties. Knowing how to spray my current prescription medicines for maximum effectiveness (I have an antihistamine and a second spray that stops mucus generation).

[@longerjnr8340]

Sorry which type of spray you are using

[@SWEETBISCUIT100]

Which sprays do you use please?

[@martinlanigan803]

Got horrable headache from nasal spray and then dryness headache didnt go away

[@mikelewis871]

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 !!!!

[@Bcwilderness]

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

[@szfehler]

Thank you! My 9 year old needs this info! We have been wasting meds for sure.

[@KayBee211]

Status update? Is your kid doing better? I’m here bc of my 8yr old

[@SyntheticHalo]

I got a very bad ear infection & my doctor prescribed me ear drops along with nasal spray. Last time I used them was more than 2 decades ago & I hated them. Turns out I've been using them wrong back then! Thanks for this video, using nasal sprays should be easier now! :) Edit: Yup, thanks to this video it's easy & comfortable taking nasal spray. Thanks again!

[@Kerbeygrip]

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

[@khaledwakili9946]

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

[@bahadurali8887]

Thank you very much for explaining how to use the nasal spray. I have been using it all wrong. Please let me know if you have video on continuous nasal drip, and throat continually affected by phlegm irritation. Thanks

[@screamtoasigh9984]

Bahadur are you sure you don't have GERD? I was told I had a post nasal drip, but nothing worked. I saw an ENT who said a lot of doctors misdiagnose this, press where your "adam's apple is"and if you feel a bit of nausea it is most likely GERD or reflux. You might want to try a pepcid plus an allergy pill together to see if it helps (if you notice a difference also stay away from citrus or fermented foods! It will make it worse).

[@hele7070]

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

[@dhananjaygandhi1691]

Hello there, I have one question - Which one is better Fluticasone furoate Or Fluticasone propionate ? And when should we use the spray, at night or in the morning

[@maricarmengarcia9850]

Watching from Coastal San Diego, California, US, suffering w swollen turbinates, blocked nasal passages in daytime or when sleeping fm allergies & w deviated septum. Was prescribed Fluticasone prop. 2 yrs ago while awaiting for surgery and although was told to point bottle tip towards ear & not to tip head backwards nor sniff, no one, not the lab paper inside box and no other video could explain why. I felt that as soon as I used before going to bed, it made matters worse causing me to sneeze and produced extra mucus I had to blow like 10 times. By then the spray was no longer in my nose and was afraid to re-apply. Your tutorial brilliantly explains in detail what to do & not to do, why and how. No wonder this spray hasn’t worked on me w the expected results. I’m going to follow your tip to rinse first, sneeze, blow my nose and when that is over, apply spray near the inferior turbinate pointing in the right angle. I love your videos Dr Veer. They are very clear & super informative. You have a gift to teach! 👌👏🤗

[@MrJupton1]

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

[@alive4627]

Since I have been in retirement, at home, I have had no need for any nasal spray or corticosteroid. No allergies or reaction to an air-conditioned office. Yay!

[@2010JNandS]

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

[@joefarrow1599]

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

[@suezaple4950]

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

[@antonypalmer5804]

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

[@RobertJonesWightpaint]

I have a deviated septum, and great difficulty getting to sleep at night because the moment I lie down, one nostril reliably closes. The pharmacist won't sell me the commonly used sprays, because I've over 70 with high blood pressure. Which is all very well, but as she'll only sell me menthol instead - which is of very limited use - I've still got the breathing problem. I'll investigate the non-biological spray, and the various inserts and splints in your other video.

[@bieberfan6300]

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.

[@xvicx007]

Thank you Doctor , I am planning to have the septum surgery soon. I am having a hard time , it hurts and cloggeds a lot. Hugh’s from Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

[@alexdes1212]

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

[@lesleyfromkent6938]

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

[@petea4895]

What can be done for a person who has become addicted to nasal spray for years? Cold turkey is just too difficult.

[@ppha0244]

Thank you for these tips! I'm a pharmacist for over 10 years and I have learnt so many useful tips! One extra tip, if I may, use nasal sprays within the expiry date! I see too many people using products that are expired.

[@VikVeerENTSurgeon]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@equatord6313]

Absolutely amazing information. Ive been using sudofed for ages unfortunately and I know it says only use for 7 days but I need it otherwise I will have a blocked nose.

[@truegrizzlesfan2292]

Dr. Veer thanks for taking time out of your day. The method you explain with definitely help me. Thanks again.

[@VikVeerENTSurgeon]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jensmith1990]

Wow this is bloody brilliant! Thank you so much

[@Dorvita]

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

[@wahabbaig9830]

As always incredibly fine and practical information

[@vincentmoisan9562]

Do you have any tips to avoid Candida infection ? Cortisone spray works very well on me (I'm a singer) but it cause candida infection.. Hope you could help me ! All the best Vincent

[@danbriggs3106]

I got off phone with allergy doc twice today ....and many more months ago and couple years before that with ent ......I have severe chronic rhinitis and no one here will understand how many ways I tried to spry or things I bought ....it started to even cause sleep apnea.....I saw this one video and im shocked of well I understood it and how to spry...right now food smell in in room is extremely bugging me and ive been loss of smell for years ..this is crazy!!! this guy is insane !!!!

[@chadmorris5983]

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