Children's drops Aqualor baby - instructions for use and reviews

Release form and composition

The drug is produced in the form of a nasal spray (aerosol), which is a transparent, colorless liquid with a faint salty taste, odorless (125 ml or 150 ml in metal bottles with an anatomical nozzle for the nose with the “shower” type of spraying, one bottle in a cardboard box and instructions for use of Aqualor software).

Composition per 100 ml nasal spray:

• active ingredient: natural sea water with a pH level of 6–8.5 and an isotonic concentration of sodium chloride of 8–11 g/l – 30–33 ml;
• auxiliary components: purified water.

The product does not contain preservatives.

Composition and prices for Aqualor

Aqualor - the instructions for use of this product indicate that the sea water included in its composition is collected in an ecologically clean area of ​​the Atlantic, near the coast of France (Brittany). Aqualor does not contain preservatives, it retains all trace elements and active substances found in sea water: Fe, K, Mg, Ca, Na, CI, I, Se, Zn, Cu, etc. Sprays that contain sea water, with isotonic salt concentration (9 g/l NaCl content), average prices:

• Aqualor baby spray 300-350 rub. (125 ml.)
• Aqualor baby drops - 120-140 rubles. (15 ml.)
• Aqualor software - 300-330 rubles. (125 ml.)
• Aqualor soft mini - 250-270 rubles (50 ml.)
• Aqualor norm - 330-350 rubles. (125 ml.)

Sprays containing sea water with a hypertonic salt concentration (21 g/l NaCl content), average prices in pharmacies:

• Aqualor forte - 300-350 rubles. (125 ml.)
• Aqualor forte mini - 200-250 rubles. (50 ml.)
• Aqualor extra forte with chamomile and aloe vera 350 rub. (125 ml.)
• Aqualor throat with chamomile and aloe vera - 280 - 300 rubles. (125 ml.)
• Aqualor throat mini with chamomile and aloe vera - 230 rub. (50 ml.)

According to the instructions for use, the composition of Aqualor Throat and Extra Forte additionally includes natural extracts of Roman chamomile and aloe vera, which are herbal remedies with an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory effect, enhancing the restorative and disinfectant properties of sea water.

Pharmacological properties

Pharmacodynamics

The action of Aqualor soft is based on the healing properties of natural sea water, which is rich in such macro- and microelements as Na, Ca, K, Zn, Fe, Se, Mg, Cl, Zn, Cu, etc. The product stimulates the protective role of the ciliated epithelium, supporting the the most normal physiological state of the mucous membrane of the nasopharynx and nasal cavity.

Thanks to a special type of spraying (shower), all parts of the nasopharynx and nasal cavity are thoroughly washed, and they are cleaned not only of dirt, crusts and mucus, but also of viruses, bacteria and allergens. Thus, resistance to pathogenic viruses and bacteria increases and local immunity is strengthened.

Aqualor software also has the following properties:

• eliminates or reduces swelling;
• relieves irritation;
• has an anti-inflammatory and moisturizing effect;
• facilitates nasal breathing;
• accelerates the processes of restoration and healing of the mucous membrane after surgical operations on the paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity;
• increases the bioavailability and enhances the therapeutic properties of local vasoconstrictor, antiallergic and antibacterial drugs applied to the mucous membrane of the nasopharynx and nasal cavity.

The product is used for preventive purposes to relieve dryness and irritation of the nasal mucosa and nasopharynx in special climatic conditions or in areas with unfavorable ecology (including smokers, vehicle drivers and people in rooms with operating air conditioning or central heating).

Pharmacokinetics

Aqualor Soft acts locally and is not absorbed into the systemic bloodstream.

General information about the drug

Unlike many anti-runny nose remedies, Aqualor is a natural preparation based on simple sea water purified from possible impurities and bacteria. Sea water is a unique complex that contains a lot of macro- and microelements useful for the human body: iodine, calcium, chlorine, manganese, sodium, phosphorus, iron, copper and many others. Moreover, the drug does not contain any synthetic additives or dyes, which sets it apart from many others. Aqualor can be used by pregnant and lactating women; there are forms that can even be used in infants. This medical product meets international quality standards.

There are several types of Aqualor medical product:

• "Soft" is usually prescribed for allergic rhinitis, however, customers also note good effectiveness for infectious diseases. It contains an isotonic solution of sea water and is in the form of a “shower” spray.
• "Norm" is an isotonic solution of sea water. Thanks to a special nozzle, it creates a unidirectional “jet” spray, which ensures thorough rinsing of the nasopharynx, which is especially important for adenoiditis.
• "Baby" contains an isotonic solution of sea water. It is available in both drops and spray form. Aqualor baby nasal rinsing is suitable for children of any age, including children from birth. The Aqualor Baby spray nozzle creates a “soft shower” spray, which provides very gentle irrigation and rinsing of the baby’s nasal cavity. In addition, the nozzle has a restrictive ring that prevents injury to the delicate mucous membrane of the child’s nasal cavity.
• "Forte" contains a hypertonic solution of sea water with a high salt content. It reduces swelling of the nasal mucosa by removing excess fluid from the intercellular space due to the difference in osmotic pressure. Helps reduce nasal congestion and restore nasal breathing. The nozzle of the medical product Aqualor Forte creates a “shower” spray.
• "Extra Forte" contains not only a hypertonic solution of sea water, but also additional components - extracts of aloe vera and Roman chamomile, which have an additional anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and restorative effect. It is used to sanitize the nasal cavity and sinuses during sinusitis, including sinusitis and infectious chronic rhinitis.

Aqualor throat is designed to moisturize the throat and remove pathological contents from the surface of the mucous membrane. Reduces mucosal hyperemia, removes purulent plaque, has an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, restorative effect.

Indications for use

Aerosol Aqualor Soft is used for washing and irrigating the nose and nasopharynx in children and adults, including people with injured and especially sensitive mucous membranes, with the following diseases and conditions:

• rhinitis and subatrophic rhinitis (increased dryness of the mucous membrane);
• vasomotor rhinitis;
• allergic rhinitis;
• sinusitis and sinusitis;
• adenoiditis;
• preparation of the nasal mucosa for the use of other local drugs;
• prevention of ARVI and influenza during the season of rising incidence;
• hygiene of the nasal cavity in the postoperative period;
• daily hygiene of the nasopharynx and nasal cavity, especially in unfavorable environmental conditions.

How to store

Aqualor stored in a dry place away from children. It is also recommended to provide the drug with protection from direct sunlight. Optimum temperature for storage is +5…+25 °C.

The best place for storage is a special medical cabinet or shelf away from the radiator, open fire or pipes. The medicine can also be stored in the refrigerator . However, you should not store Aqualor in the freezer, because... it has a liquid texture and can harden.

IMPORTANT! To avoid dust and microbes getting into the preparation, it is necessary to keep it with the cap closed.

analogues of Aqualor:

• "Quix"
• "Marimer"
• "Afrin"
• "Aquamaris"
• "Morenazal"
• "Otrivin"
• "Rinomaris"
• "Dolphin"
• "Physiomer"
• "Aquamester"

All these drugs have similar characteristics and directions of action. The average price for any of these medications ranges from 150 to 350 rubles .

Aqualor soft: instructions for use (dosage and method)

Aqualor Soft nasal spray is used intranasally by spraying using a special nozzle.

To rinse the nose for children under 2 years of age, you need to lay the child on his side, insert the tip of the balloon into the nostril and, pressing the sprayer, irrigate the nasal cavity for a few seconds. Next, you should remove the remaining solution and mucus using an aspirator or blowing your nose yourself. If necessary, the procedure is repeated. After cleansing the first nasal passage, the child is turned to the other side and the manipulations described above are repeated.

In children over 2 years of age and adults, the nasal cavity is washed while standing or sitting. The patient should tilt his head to the side and, independently or with the help of another person, irrigate both nostrils in turn (when tilting the head to the right, irrigate the right nostril, and when tilting the head to the left, irrigate the left). After the procedure, you must blow your nose thoroughly. Rinsing is continued until the nose is completely cleared or congestion is eliminated and free nasal breathing appears.

When using Aqualor Soft spray as a preventive measure and for the purpose of daily hygiene, irrigation is carried out 2-3 times a day. For medicinal purposes, the drug is used 4–6 times a day. If other topical medications are used at the same time, seawater rinsing should be done first.

Conditions for storing the drug in medical institutions

Pharmacies, hospitals and other special institutions have special rules regarding the storage of medications.

Storage periods and conditions for commercial and professional purposes:

• Storage rooms must have smooth walls and allow for wet cleaning;
• technical equipment and personal belongings should be stored separately from medications;
• the premises must be equipped with the necessary equipment;

Equipment includes such devices and equipment as: air conditioners, refrigerators, alarms, security systems and thermohydrometers.

IMPORTANT! The equipment may also only be used within its expiration date and/or in good condition.

The temperature regime is recorded using special thermostat devices. Indicators are recorded at least twice a day .

Regulations and laws

The storage and sale of medical products is regulated by the Law of the Russian Federation No. 61-FZ “On the Circulation of Medicines” dated April 12, 2010 . On March 1, 2021, amendments regarding some paragraphs of this law, indicated by orders 646n and 647n, came into force.

The articles of this Federal Law describe in detail the rules regarding the storage and sale of medicines, their transportation, as well as emergency measures to destroy spoiled drugs.

Disposal of medicines occurs as follows:

1. The drug is diluted with water in a ratio of 1 to 100 and poured into the sewer.
2. Packages and bottles are burned or thrown away.

IMPORTANT! For violation of storage conditions, service life or rules for transporting a medical product, a legal entity may be deprived of its license and fined in the amount of 20,000 rubles in accordance with the law of the Russian Federation.

When transporting medicine, you should pay attention to the following things: protection from dust and dirt, protection from mechanical damage, protection from fire and direct sunlight.

Reviews about Aqualor software

Most reviews about Aqualor software are positive. The solution cleanses the nasal cavity and nasopharynx well, is effective for congestion, is easy to use, and acts quickly. The composition of the product is natural, it does not contain preservatives or dyes, so there are no adverse reactions. The medical product can be used in children, pregnant and lactating women. Once the bottle is opened, the shelf life does not decrease.

The main disadvantage is the relatively high cost of Aqualor soft spray. Among the disadvantages, users quite often mention the inconsistency of the spray nozzle with the nasal passages of children, especially infants.

Shelf life of the drug

" Aqualor " - produced by Swedish in several versions. Each of them has its own characteristics of both application and storage. The expiration date is usually indicated by the manufacturer on the outside of the drug package.

The main component of this medication is sea water. "Aqualor" is a natural drug that can be used by both adults and children . Thanks to this, it does not have very strict storage conditions.

IMPORTANT! Purchase medications only from pharmacies and specialized institutions. Buying medicine from someone else or from an unauthorized place can affect your health.

Aqualor does not contain chemicals or potent ingredients. Its use after the expiration date does not pose a threat to life.

However, if the drug looks or smells suspicious, you should refrain from using it.

Analogues of the original drug

If it is not possible to purchase Aqualor Baby, you can use analogues. Similar therapeutic effects for nasal medications:

1. Aquamaris in drops for children under one year old and in a spray for those older. The composition is similar, the price differs from the original drug.
2. Humer or Humer nasal spray. The cost is almost 2 times higher.
3. Marimera in the form of drops and spray. You can rinse your children's nose from the first day of life. The price of a bottle with drops (volume 5 ml) is 200-220 rubles, an aerosol of 100 ml is from 350 rubles.

Less popular solutions for rinsing the nose: Morenazal drops and spray, Afrin “Clean Sea” spray, Nazomarin Dr. Theiss - for children from 1 year old, Sialor Aqua drops, Physiomer and Fluimarin - are allowed to be used by patients after reaching the age of 2 years. The simplest and cheapest analogue of Aqualor Baby is a saline solution used for diluting drugs for injection. It has the same molarity as the original product.

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Action of Aqualor baby

Sea water is an isotonic solution, similar in composition to the physiological fluid of the human body - plasma. It contains minerals necessary to support metabolic processes. Most of all: sodium salt, iodine, potassium, manganese, calcium, selenium, copper, zinc and iron.

Salt itself is an antiseptic and has an adsorbing effect - it binds water. The solution, washing the mucous membrane lining the nasal cavity, removes viruses, bacteria and allergens deposited on its surface - the rate of spread of infection and foreign agents that stimulate histamine activity slows down. Accumulations of mucus that form crusts are washed away along with particles of dead epithelium, making it easier to breathe. The effect is local, the isotonic solution is not absorbed into the systemic circulation.

Aqualor Baby is not a drug, but its use:

• accelerates the adaptation of newborns to extrauterine existence;
• moisturizes the nasopharynx cavity;
• eliminates congestion and facilitates physiological breathing, increasing the flow of oxygen to tissues and organs;
• helps get rid of crusts;
• reduces secretory activity;
• increases local immunity;
• accelerates mucosal regeneration after mechanical damage;
• relieves swelling of the nasal cavity.

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When using a rinsing agent, the likelihood of developing complications due to allergic rhinitis, seasonal acute respiratory viral infections and acute respiratory infections, and the formation of infectious foci in the paranasal sinuses and ear cavity is reduced. Aqualor Baby enhances the effectiveness of pharmacological drugs used simultaneously with it - nasal vasoconstrictor or hormonal drops, antibacterial and antiviral sprays and the like. A solution of sea water is compatible with all medications, there are no restrictions.