%0 Journal Article
%T Real-World Safety and Performance of Saline Nasal Spray Products for Nasal Cleansing and Reducing Obstruction of the Nasal Cavity
%A Mathieu M. Albasser
%A Gary Smith
%A Mariane Ballerini Fernandes
%A Nisha Patel
%A Petr Novak
%A Martina Hagen
%J Open Journal of Respiratory Diseases
%P 65-79
%@ 2163-9418
%D 2023
%I Scientific Research Publishing
%R 10.4236/ojrd.2023.134006
%X Background
and Objectives: Three post-marketing clinical follow-up studies
were performed in Europe to confirm the safety and performance of four
nonprescription, nasal cleansing medical devices: Otrivin Sea Water (OSW)
pressurized spray, OSW with aloe vera (OSWAV), Otrisal 0.74% NaCl Metered-Dose
Spray (MDS), and Prorhinel spray. Material and Methods: Observational, single-arm, retrospective studies consisting of a single
online questionnaire were performed between July 2021 and December 2021.
Eligible participants were adults who used the device or supervised use of the
device in a participant under 18 years of age within 6 months of completing the
questionnaire. Demographics, safety, and device performance were assessed. Results: Based on questionnaires
submitted on OSW (n = 556), OSWAV (n = 555), Otrisal MDS (n = 555), and
Prorhinel (n = 555), proportions of users who reported safety events were 1.8%
for OSW, 2.3% for OSWAV, 1.4% for Otrisal MDS, and 2.0% for Prorhinel.
Proportions of users who indicated they were satisfied or very satisfied with
device performance ranged from 72.0% - 89.0% across all devices. Device performance for all
products was also supported for additional preventative and symptomatic uses
through exploratory analyses. Conclusions and
Significance: These data confirm device safety and performance of
OSW, OSWAV, Otrisal MDS, and Prorhinel for their intended uses.
%K Saline Solution
%K Sodium Chloride
%K Common Cold
%K Allergens
%K Postmarketing Product Surveillance
%U http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=129263