Sodium chloride 0.9% solution used either as a nasal spray (or inhaled warm moist air) is also effective decongestants.

Sterimar is one such commercial preparation which may be prescribed post-operatively in Secondary Care

Patients should be made aware, prior to discharge from secondary care, that products for short term aliments that are available over the counter e.g. saline nasal sprays and are unlikely to be continued by their GP practice once discharged. They will need to purchase these from a shop or pharmacy in line with national self-care guidance.