Copy the details from the label
| Field | What to copy |
|---|---|
| Product | Full product name, active ingredient and strength |
| Product type | Decongestant, corticosteroid, saline or another type listed on the pack |
| Directions | Who it’s for, the instructions and any limit on consecutive days |
| Source | Pack leaflet or official label for the country where it was bought |
| Question | What you want a pharmacist or clinician to clarify |
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UK label example
Look for the active ingredient and the latest patient leaflet. The UK MHRA updated its advice in 2026 for nasal sprays and drops containing xylometazoline or oxymetazoline, limiting recommended use to five consecutive days. This applies to those ingredients. If an older pack or leaflet differs, check with a pharmacist. Overuse can make nasal congestion worse. MHRA safety update
Source: MHRA safety update
US label example
Look for the active ingredient and warnings in the Drug Facts panel on an over-the-counter product. For example, the US Afrin Original label identifies oxymetazoline as a decongestant and limits use of that product to three days. Copy the warning from your exact label. DailyMed label for US Afrin Original
Keep track of what you used
A short record of the name, use dates and what you noticed can help a pharmacist answer a specific question. If you have two sprays, write the full name on separate rows so the instructions stay attached to the correct product. If you’re unsure how long you’ve used one, give your best estimate and mark it as approximate.
AirBloom is being built to keep the products and times you log in one place. Use the label or your care plan for instructions, and use the nasal routine log for what you actually used and noticed.
Sources & further reading
This guide provides general education, not individual medical advice. It has not been clinically reviewed. Talk to a qualified clinician about persistent, new or worsening symptoms. Follow your local emergency guidance for urgent concerns.
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