How to use STÉRIMAR ®

Recommended use for nasal cleansing with STÉRIMAR baby and STÉRIMAR « nasal solutions » can be used in ANY POSITION with ABSOLUTE SAFETY.

How to use STÉRIMAR baby ® ?

use STÉRIMAR baby

Cleansing baby’s nose during the first 2 years of life

For prevention, during general hygiene :

1. Place baby on his back on the changing table
2. Turn baby’s head towards you
3. Use your arm to hold down baby’s body and arm
4. Gently insert the nozzle of STÉRIMAR baby into the upper nostril and bring it to a vertical position (see diagram).

5. Press the nozzle and allow the solution to drain out the other nostril, taking mucus with it
6. Wipe with a paper tissue
7. Clean the nozzle in soapy water, rinse and dry

This operation efficiently cleanses both nostrils.

In case of nasal congestion :

First thing in the morning, before meals, at bedtime

Proceed in the same way and repeat until the secretions run clear.

Precautions for use

  • Never tip baby’s head backwards so that the secretions do not run into the throat.
  • Never leave a baby alone on the changing table.

How to use STÉRIMAR ® in children and adults ?

For prevention, during daily hygiene :

In standing or sitting position*

  1. Gently insert the safety nozzle into the nostril (picture1)
  2. Press the nozzle briefly
  3. Allow the excess solution to drain away, carrying mucus with it, then blow the nose
  4. Clean the nozzle in soapy water, rinse and dry
  5. Repeat on the other nostril

In case of nasal congestion :

First thing in the morning, every 2-3 hours during the course of the day, at bedtime *

In standing or sitting position*

  1. First, blow your nose, one nostril after the other
  2. Gently insert the safety nozzle into the nostril
  3. Cleanse the first nostril with a long spray, turning the head towards the side being sprayed
  4. Repeat the sound "k-k" several times in a row during cleansing so that the solution does not run down into the throat
  5. Allow the excess solution to drain away, carrying mucus with it
  6. Blow your nose
  7. Clean the other nostril in the same way
  8. Repeat several times to thoroughly cleanse the nasal fossae to procure optimum breathing comfort
  9. Finally, blow your nose gently: blow while tilting the head towards the other nostril which you should block with your thumb (pressing on the flare of your nose) picture 2
  10. Wipe your nose
  11. Clean the nozzle in soapy water, rinse and dry

* Caution is required in individuals who have neurologic or muscular disorders: speak with your doctor.