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Directions For Use - Sinus Rinse^™ & SinuFlo^® Ready Rinse^™ Nasal Wash

Directions For Use -

Step 1
Please wash your hands. Fill the clean bottle with the designated volume of warm distilled water, filtered water or previously boiled water. You may warm the water in a microwave but we recommend that you warm it in increments of five seconds. This is to avoid excessive heating of the water and damage to the device or scalding your nasal passage.

Step 2
Cut the SINUS RINSE™ mixture packet at the corner and pour its contents into the bottle. Tighten the cap & tube on the bottle securely, place one finger over the tip of the cap and shake the bottle gently to dissolve the mixture.

Step 3
Standing in front of a sink, bend forward to your comfort level and tilt your head down. Keeping your mouth open without holding your breath, place cap snugly against your nasal passage and SQUEEZE BOTTLE GENTLY until the solution starts draining from the OPPOSITE nasal passage or from your mouth. Keep squeezing the bottle GENTLY until at least 1/4 to 1/2 (60 to 120 mL) of the bottle is used for a proper rinse. Do not swallow the solution.

Step 4
Blow your nose gently, without pinching your nose completely because this will apply pressure on the eardrums. If tolerable, sniff in any residual solution remaining in the nasal passage once or twice prior to blowing your nose as this may clean out the posterior nasopharyngeal area (the area at the back of your nasal passage). Some solution will reach the back of the throat, so please spit it out. To help improve drainage of any residual solution, blow your nose gently while tilting your head to the opposite side of the nasal passage that you just rinsed.
Step 5
Now repeat steps 3 & 4 for your other nasal passage.

Step 6
Air dry the Sinus Rinse bottle, cap, and tube on a clean paper towel, a glass plate or use NeilMed´s NasaDock^® (sold separately) to store the bottle cap and tube. If there is any solution leftover, please discard it. We recommend you make a fresh solution each time you rinse. Rinse once or twice a day, OR as directed by your physician.

Directions For Use -
Premixed Solution Instruction

	Step 1: Please wash your hands. Remove cap and safety seal from bottle. You may warm the solution in a microwave. We recommend that you warm it in increments of five seconds. This is to avoid excessive heating of the water and damage to the device or scalding your nasal passage.
	Step 2: Assemble black dome cap and tube, then tighten the cap and tube on the bottle securely.
	Step 3: Standing in front of a sink, bend forward to your comfort level and tilt your head straight down. Keeping your mouth open without holding your breath, place cap snugly against your nasal passage and SQUEEZE BOTTLE GENTLY until the solution starts draining from the OPPOSITE nasal passage or from your mouth. Keep squeezing the bottle GENTLY until at least 1/4 to 1/2 (60 mL/2oz to 120 mL/4oz) of the bottle is used for a proper rinse. Do not swallow the solution.
	Step 4: Blow your nose gently, without pinching your nose completely because this will apply pressure on the eardrums. If tolerable, sniff in any residual solution remaining in the nasal passage once or twice prior to blowing the nose as this may clean out the posterior nasopharyngeal area (the area at the back of your nasal passage). Some solution will reach the back of the throat, so please spit it out. To help improve drainage of any residual solution, blow your nose gently while tilting your head to the opposite side of the nasal passage that you just rinsed. Now repeat steps 2 & 3 for your other nasal passage.
Warnings: DO NOT RINSE IF NASAL PASSAGE IS COMPLETELY BLOCKED OR IF YOU HAVE AN EAR INFECTION OR BLOCKED EARS. If you have had ear surgery, please contact your physician prior to irrigation. If you experience any pressure in your ears, stop the rinse and get further directions from your physician or contact our office during regular business hours. To avoid any ear discomfort: Heat the solution to lukewarm, do not use hot, boiling or cold water. Keep your mouth open. Do not hold your breath and if possible make the sound KHA....KHA... Make sure to take the position as shown. Gently squeeze 1/4 of the bottle at a time (60mL / 2 ounces). Stop the rinse if you feel any solution sensation near the ears. You may rinse with a partially blocked nasal passage. You may also consider discussing the use of SinuFlo^® Ready Rinse^™ with your doctor. SinuFlo^® Ready Rinse^™ bottle and mixture are to be used only for nasal irrigation. Please do not use for any other purposes. Please rinse at least ONE HOUR PRIOR to bedtime, in order to avoid any residual solution dripping in the throat. We strongly advise against the use of our kit on children or adults who have reduced comprehension. Patients who are unable to stand up or bend near the sink SHOULD NOT use this product. We advise you NOT to use SinuFlo^® Ready Rinse^™ on patients who are bed bound or severely debilitated. Adults need to understand the procedure first before using it on their children. We recommend that you use SinuFlo^® Ready Rinse^™ only on children who are above four years of age. The procedure is the same for all ages. If your child is less than four years old, you should consult your child's physician before using this product. CAUTION: Rinsing your nasal passages with only PLAIN WATER will result in a severe burning sensation. Please do not rinse with plain water. Not for use in eyes or ears. Once seal is broken, use within 48 hours.

Directions For Use - NasaFlo^® Neti Pot

Step 1

Step 1
Please wash your hands and rinse the device. Fill the NASAFLO^® Neti Pot with 8 oz. (240 mL) of warm distilled water, filtered water or previously boiled water. You may warm the water in a microwave, but we recommend that you warm it in increments of five seconds. This is to avoid excessive heating of the water as well as the device.

Step 2

	Step 3 Standing in front of a sink, bend forward to your comfort level and tilt your head to one side. Without holding your breath and keeping your mouth open, apply the tip of the device snugly against nasal passage and ALLOW THE SOLUTION TO GENTLY FLOW until the solution starts draining from the opposite nasal passage. It should not come in your mouth unless you are tilting your head backwards.
To adjust or stop the flow, you may place your finger over the hole of the cap. Do not swallow the solution; however, there is no harm if you accidentally swallow it.

Step 4
Blow your nose gently, without pinching your nose completely because this will apply pressure on your eardrums. If tolerable, sniff in any residual solution remaining in the nasal passage once or twice prior to blowing your nose because this may clean out the posterior nasopharyngeal area, which is the area at the back of your nasal passage. At times, some solution will reach the back of your throat, so please spit it out. To help improve drainage of any residual solution, blow your nose gently while tilting your head to the side.

Step 5
Now repeat steps 3 & 4 for your other nasal passage.

If there is any solution leftover, please discard it. We recommend you make a fresh solution each time you rinse. Rinse once or twice a day OR as directed by your physician..

Directions For Use - NasaMist^® & NasaMist^® All In One Saline Spray

Large Volume Irrigation Instructions

	Directions For NasaMist^® : To moisturize and lubricate dry nasal passages, insert nozzle into each nostril and press gently until adeqate solution has been sprayed and moisture is restored.Use as often as needed. System designed for single user to reduce the risk of contamination. Do not completely block or occlude nasal passage during use to avoid any pressure in the nose or ears. Keep out of reach from childrens. Contents under pressure, please do not puncture or incinerate. Store in a cool place and avoid direct sun exposure. Consult physician before use on infants & small children.
Directions For NasaMist^® All-In-One : 3 Specially Designed Nozzles to deliver the finest and most gentle mist for nasal moisturization, a special adapter for nasal & sinus large volume rinse and a medium tip for a stronger stream. For ages 1 year and above with use of the proper tip.
	Step 1: Apply the special conical blue lavage adapter snugly over the medium stream spray actuator. Step 2: Standing in front of a sink, bend forward to your comfort level, tilting your head down. Keeping your mouth open and without holding your breath, place the tip snugly in one nostril and squeeze the actuator until the solution starts draining from the opposite nasal passage. Some solution may drain down your throat and out your mouth. Allow the flow to continue for 2 to 3 seconds. Do not swallow the solution.
Step 3: If tolerable, sniff in any residual solution remaining in the nasal passage once or twice, as this may clean out the posterior nasopharyngeal area at the back of your nasal passage. Some solution may slide down the back of your throat. If so, spit it out. Blow your nose gently, without pinching your nose completely, in order to avoid applying pressure on your eardrums. To help improve drainage of any residual solution, blow your nose gently while titling your head to the opposite side of the nasal passage that you just rinsed. Step 4: Now repeat steps 2 and 3 on your other nasal passage

Directions For Use - NasoGel^® Moisturizer

Directions For Use - NasaDrops^™Saline

Instructions For Cleaning and Disinfecting Devices

Before each use, look for any signs of discoloration in the bottle, cap and tube. If any discoloration is present, please clean bottle, cap and tube per directions given here.We strongly suggest that you follow all these steps after each use of the product.

Rinse the cap, tube and bottle using free-flowing water. Fill the bottle with water.
Add a small drop of dishwashing detergent to the interior of the bottle.
Applying the cap and tube, hold your finger over the opening in the cap and shake the bottle vigorously.

Then squeeze the bottle hard to allow the soapy solution to clean the interior of the tube and the cap and empty out the bottle completely.
Using a bottle and nipple brush (available at general merchandise stores), scrub the bottle, cap and tube thoroughly.
Rinse the detergent from the bottle, cap and tube thoroughly

NeilMed^® Sinus Rinse^™ Squeeze Bottle:
Please perform routine inspections of the bottle and tube for any discolorations and cracks. If there are any visual signs of deterioration or permanent color changes, please clean thoroughly. If the discolorations remain after cleansing, discard the items and purchase new ones. Our recommendation is to replace the bottle every three months. We strongly suggest that you follow all these steps after each use of the product.

Rinse the cap, tube and bottle using running water. Fill the bottle with previously boiled, distilled or drinkable water.
Add a few drops of dishwashing liquid or baby shampoo.
Attach the cap and tube to the bottle; hold your finger over the opening in the cap and shake the bottle vigorously.
Then squeeze the bottle hard to allow the soapy solution to clean the interior of the tube and the cap and empty out the bottle completely.
Using a bottle and nipple brush, scrub the bottle, cap and tube thoroughly. (Available at general merchandise or baby supply stores.)
Rinse the soap from the bottle, cap and tube thoroughly, and place the items on a clean paper towel to dry or use the NasaDOCK^™.

The NasaDOCK^™ is a simple, hygienic way to dry and store the SINUS RINSE^™ bottle, cap and tube. NasaDOCK^™ comes with various hanging options, and is available in different colors. We strongly suggest using NasaDOCK^™ as a drying device for your SINUS RINSE^™ bottle. It is an inexpensive, easy way to dry the cap, tube and bottle.
Important Note about the use of dishwasher: While our bottle is dishwasher safe, a dishwasher will not adequately clean the SINUS RINSE™ bottle; the water jets in dishwashers cannot enter the narrow neck of the bottle, and thus, portions of the bottle´s interior may not be cleaned thoroughly. We strongly urge you to follow our standard cleaning procedures, as described above and do not use the dishwasher.
Additional methods of cleaning the bottle include the use of concentrated white vinegar or isopropyl alcohol (99% concentration), followed by scrubbing and rinsing as described above.
Store in a cool and dry place with adequate ventilation
Note: Don´t store the bottle with cap on unless both are dry. Don´t store the wet parts in a sealed plastic bag. If you must travel before they are dry,wrap parts separately in paper towels. Liquid soap can be used for cleaning parts away from home. Don´t use in the dishwasher (the inside won´t be cleaned well) Don´t use the bottle if there is any damage or discoloration that´s not thoroughly removed. Please do not place the bottle, cap and tube in boiling water as it can destroy the plastic material.
Microwave Disinfection
Clean the device with soap and water as mentioned above and shake off the excess water. Now place the bottle, cap and tube in the microwave for 1.5 to 2 minutes. This will disinfect the device. There are no independent research studies to suggest that this is necessary, however, it is recommended by NeilMed. There are research studies in progress and it will take 1-2 years to publish the results.
NeilMed NetiPot Users:
Apply the same principles as above.
Storage : Always store NeilMed products in a cool and dry place with adequate ventilation
Don´t store the bottle with the cap screwed on, unless both are dry. Don´t store the wet parts in a sealed plastic bag. If you must travel before they are dry, wrap parts separately in paper towels. Hand soap or shampoo can be used for cleaning parts away from home. Don�t place the bottle, cap and tube in boiling water because it will destroy the plastic material.

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Warning:Please Read Warning Before Using The Product.Inspect cap, tube and bottle carefully for wear and tear to be sure that all the components are clean and not discolored or cracked. If any problem, please buy a new NeilMed irrigation device. You must follow the cleaning instructions provided in the brochure or cleaning instruction card prior to each use.
DO NOT RINSE IF NASAL PASSAGE IS COMPLETELY BLOCKED OR IF YOU HAVE AN EAR INFECTION OR BLOCKED EARS. If you have had ear surgery, please contact your physician prior to irrigation. If you experience any pressure in the ears, stop the rinse and get further directions from your physician or contact our office during regular business hours. Do not rinse if your nasal passage is completely blocked, however, you may rinse with a partially blocked nasal passage. Use lukewarm water. DO NOT USE HOT OR BOILING WATER. Follow the cleaning procedures provided in the brochure. You may also consider discussing the use of SINUS RINSE™ with your doctor. SINUS RINSE™ bottle and mixture are to be used only for nasal irrigation. Please do not use for any other purposes. Please rinse ONE HOUR PRIOR to bedtime, in order to avoid any residual solution dripping in the throat.
To Avoid Any Ear Discomfort

If you have had ear surgery, please contact your physician prior to irrigation.
Do not use if you have an ear infection or blocked ears.
Use lukewarm water do not use hot, boiling or cold water.
Keep your mouth open.
Do not hold your breath and if possible make the sound KHA....KHA...............
Make sure to take the position as shown.
Gently squeeze 1/4 of the bottle at a time (60mL / 2 ounces)
Stop the rinse if you feel any solution sensation near the ears.

CAUTION:

Patent Numbers: USA-6,520,384 / 6,669,059 / 6,688,497 Canada-2,443,970 Australia-09/845,759
New Zealand-534041 Mexico-Pa/a/2003/009867. Other patents issued or pending internationally.