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How does sodium chloride treat nasal dryness?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Some types of sodium chloride may be used to treat nasal dryness. Nasal dryness may be caused by a variety of things, including colds, allergies and low humidity. When taken as a nasal spray, sodium chloride can rinse out and moisturize the tissue in the nostrils.

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