VIDEO: Make isotonic saline solution yourself
An isotonic saline solution can be prepared by yourself without great effort. This can be of great help to you, especially when you are on holiday, if you do not have a pharmacy nearby or if you do not speak the local language.
How to make an isotonic saline solution yourself
- Measure out 1 liter of tap water with a measuring cup and pour the water into a saucepan.
- Weigh out 9 g of table salt with the letter scales and add the salt to the pot of water.
- Bring the water to a boil, thus dissolving the salt in the water. Now your isotonic saline solution is ready.
- As soon as the isotonic saline solution has cooled down, you can fill it into the pipette vial. Put 1-2 drops in the several times a day nose. The nasal mucous membranes swell and it becomes easier for you to breathe again.
- Use the rest of the solution straight away to do a nasal rinse with a nasal rinsing jug that you get at the pharmacy. This rinse cleanses and strengthens the mucous membranes.
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You don't always have postal scales on hand. 9 g of table salt can be a heaped or a level teaspoon, depending on the size of the spoon. Give it a try and use this spoon as a unit of measurement. So you can easily prepare an isotonic saline solution even when traveling.
Preparing isotonic saline solution yourself - you should pay attention to this
- When preparing the isotonic saline solution, you should pay attention to absolute cleanliness. Wash your hands thoroughly beforehand and make sure that the tools and equipment are clean.
- Before use, boil the pipette bottle and dry the bottle carefully. This is the only way to avoid harmful germ formation. Therefore, do not use the solution for longer than 5 days.
An isotonic saline solution helps with acute sniffles and irritated nasal mucous membranes. Hold your complaints persist or get worse, see a doctor immediately.
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