After using a nasal medication, how should the applicator be handled?

After using a nasal medication, how should the applicator be handled?

• A. Refrigerate the bottle between uses
• B. Discard the applicator after one use
• C. Do not clean the applicator
• D. Clean applicator after each use

Answer: (D)

After using a nasal medication, you should clean the applicator after each use. Cleaning helps prevent bacteria from growing in the device and keeps the medication dose accurate by preventing nozzle clogging. Rinse the tip with lukewarm water and use mild soap if available, then rinse well. Dry the applicator with a clean tissue and allow it to air dry completely before reattaching to the bottle. Do not share the applicator and avoid leaving moisture in the nozzle. Refrigerating between uses is usually unnecessary unless the product label says so, and discarding the applicator after one use isn’t typical for most multi-use nasal sprays.

After using a nasal medication, you should clean the applicator after each use. Cleaning helps prevent bacteria from growing in the device and keeps the medication dose accurate by preventing nozzle clogging. Rinse the tip with lukewarm water and use mild soap if available, then rinse well. Dry the applicator with a clean tissue and allow it to air dry completely before reattaching to the bottle. Do not share the applicator and avoid leaving moisture in the nozzle. Refrigerating between uses is usually unnecessary unless the product label says so, and discarding the applicator after one use isn’t typical for most multi-use nasal sprays.