Sodium bicarbonate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium chloride, magnesium chloride hexahydrate.
FLO Baby Saline is a sterile, preservative free, non-medicated, isotonic nasal saline spray.
NOTE: For the patient's convenience FLO Baby is also available in a metered drops pack.
FLO Baby is sterile and does not contain any chemical preservatives. The design of this device means no outside air or bacteria can contaminate the system.
FLO Baby Saline is isotonic which means it has the same concentration as the body's own fluids. This helps to minimise any impact on the normal function of delicate nasal structures.
The nasal passages in a baby's nose are very small and easily blocked with excess mucus.
Mucus is naturally produced in the nose and its role is to trap foreign particles such as dust, pollens and bacteria to help prevent them from entering the lungs. Mucus is also needed to protect the delicate nasal linings from drying out. The nose has a mucus transport system (this is made up of microscopic hairs called cilia) and it moves mucus from the front of the nose to the back of the throat from where it is then swallowed.
It is only when mucus is produced in excessive amounts that it becomes a problem. Most commonly, excess mucus is produced by the nasal lining in response to viral infections (colds) and allergy. Clearing the baby's nose of excess mucus helps baby breathe more easily resulting in better feeding and sleeping.
The gentle spray helps to thin mucus and stimulate the natural cleansing action of the nose to clear it away. Sometimes the baby may sneeze - this is a natural cleansing action.
Apply dose into each nostril as often as needed or as directed by the healthcare professional.
Newborn to 12 months: 1 spray.
Over 12 months: 1 to 2 sprays.
How often to use FLO Baby Saline: FLO Baby Saline can be used as often as needed. If baby's nose is blocked or congested, then use it 5-10 minutes before feeding. Use at any time of the day or night if nasal congestion is causing baby to be unsettled.
Use this product only as directed and see a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist.
How to use FLO Baby Saline: FLO Baby Saline is presented in an advanced container and can be sprayed at any angle (even upside down). This enables the user to place their baby in the most comfortable position making the administration of FLO Baby Saline quick and easy.
Before using this product remove the protective cap and prime the pump by depressing the thumb several times until the first spray is seen. WARNING: Keep this product out of the reach of children. The protective cap can become a choking hazard if children are able to play with it.
Ensure the baby is comfortable and well supported.
Position FLO Baby Saline underneath the baby's nostril and spray the required dose into each nostril.
CAUTION: do not insert the tip of the spray into baby's nose as sudden movement may cause injury.
Wipe away any mucus from the baby's nose using a clean tissue.
When finished, clean the tip of the spray with a clean tissue and replace the protective cap. Ensure to store this medication out of the reach of children.
FLO Baby Saline is non-medicated and can be used in conjunction with any other medication.
If the baby is using other nasal medication, then the patient should allow 20 minutes between the administration of FLO Baby Saline and the other medication.
FLO Baby Saline has an expiry date which can be found on the carton and bottle label.
However, it must be discarded three months from the date of first use.
For convenience, space has been provided on the bottle label so the user can record the discard date.
R01AX - Other nasal preparations ; Used in nasal preparations for topical use.
FLO Baby Saline Nasal Spray
15 mL x 1's (P690/bottle)
Sign Out
