How to Use Nasal Sprays to Treat Dust Mite Allergies

Many doctors and allergists are prescribing nasal sprays for their patients to treat dust mite allergies. These sprays, which are relatively easy to use, provide quick relief from symptoms such as nasal and chest congestion, watery eyes, sneezing, coughing and wheezing.

Things You'll Need

• Doctor or allergist
• Nasal sprays
• Salt water

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Instructions

• 1

  Talk to your doctor or allergist about using a prescription nose spray, such as Nasonex, which uses corticosteroids to relieve symptoms of dust mite allergies. These nasal sprays are particularly effective in healing irritated tissue in the lungs, nasal passages and mucus membranes, providing quick and complete relief in a matter of hours. The active ingredient in these nasal sprays is Mometasone, which is also used to treat pet allergies and hay fever.

• 2

  Use a nasal spray made from natural ingredients to treat dust mite allergies. Snorting salt water can be an extremely effective way to keep sinus cavities clear and free of congestion, and some over-the-counter nasal sprays are available that consist entirely of natural ingredients.

• 3

  Gently blow your nose before you use a nasal spray to treat a dust mite allergy, ensuring that your sinuses are clear of mucus.

• 4

  Insert the nasal spray bottle into your nose, making sure there is no gap between your nostril and the nozzle of the spray. You may need to shake the contents of the bottle first, depending upon the medication.

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  Keep your head level, and exhale completely. Use your finger to close the nostril not receiving the medication.

• 6

  Squeeze the spray bottle to deliver the required dosage while inhaling rapidly. Repeat the procedure for the other nostril.

• 7

  Avoid sneezing or blowing your nose for at least a few minutes after delivering the dosage.

• 8

  Schedule a follow-up visit with your doctor or allergist to discuss the results you are getting when you use a nasal spray to treat dust mite allergies. Notify your health care professional immediately if you start to notice any side effects from using these sprays.