Saline drops are safe to use in babies with nasal congestion.
Verywell / Jessica Olah
How to Use
First, verify you have the right tools.
You will need sterile saline nose drops and a clean bulb syringe.
Verywell / Jessica Olah
To safely administer nasal drops:
It’s best to limit suctioning to two times per day.
Anything more than this can irritate the nasal passages and cause swelling.
It also helps soften and dissolve crusty mucus plugs so you’ve got the option to remove them.
Most commercial saline drops contain 0.65% sodium chloride (salt).
The side effects, if any, tend to be mild.
Never prop your baby’s head up while they are sleeping.
Summary
Saline drops can help babies and infants breathe when they are congested.
It is important to know the correct way to administer saline drops.
It is always best to consult your child’spediatricianbefore using any key in of nasal drop, even saline drops.
This is especially true if nasal congestion is accompanied by fever, coughing, or fatigue.
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