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Advising customers of a unique formulation for a blocked and runny nose from colds

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Before the first application, prime the pump by pumping 4 times. Once primed the pump will normally remain charged throughout regular daily treatment periods. Should the spray not be ejected during the full actuation stroke, the pump will need to be reprimed with 4 pumps

Hold the bottle upright

Bend your head slightly forward

Close one nostril by placing your finger against the side of your nose and insert the spray tip into the other nostril. Press the pump quickly while inhaling through the nose

Repeat this procedure in the other nostril

Advising customers of a unique formulation for a blocked and runny nose from colds

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