Q: What is the difference between isotonic and hypertonic seawater sprays?

An isotonic solution has a salt concentration similar to that of the body's fluids and is suited to daily nasal hygiene. A hypertonic solution has a higher salt concentration and is used to decongest and unblock the nose. In the Neomedis range, HYPOMER® SOFT and HYPOMER® BABY are isotonic; HYPOMER® STRONG, FRESH, RELAX and ZYLOMER® ATTACK are hypertonic.

Question 1

What is the difference between isotonic and hypertonic seawater sprays?

Accepted Answer

An isotonic solution has a salt concentration similar to that of the body's fluids and is suited to daily nasal hygiene. A hypertonic solution has a higher salt concentration and is used to decongest and unblock the nose. In the Neomedis range, HYPOMER® SOFT and HYPOMER® BABY are isotonic; HYPOMER® STRONG, FRESH, RELAX and ZYLOMER® ATTACK are hypertonic.

Question 2

Do Neomedis nasal sprays contain preservatives?

Accepted Answer

No. All products in the current range are preservative-free.

Question 3

From what age can the products be used?

Accepted Answer

HYPOMER® SOFT, HYPOMER® BABY, ZYLOMER® DEFEND and ZYLOMER® BABY can be used from 3 months. The hypertonic sprays — HYPOMER® STRONG, FRESH, RELAX and ZYLOMER® ATTACK — are for children over 3 years and adults.

Question 4

What is xylitol used for in ZYLOMER® sprays?

Accepted Answer

Xylitol is a natural ingredient included at 11% in the ZYLOMER® range. According to their indications, ZYLOMER® solutions are used for the cleansing of the nose and aid in the prevention of nasal bacterial infections.

Question 5

What formats are available?

Accepted Answer

The current range is presented in 100 ml pressurised sprays that can be administered in any position. Please contact us for the formats available for your project.

Question 6

Where does the seawater come from?

Accepted Answer

From Cancale, Brittany — an area rated “A” by IFREMER, the French Research Institute for Exploitation of the Sea. Neomedis and IFREMER established limits for all possible contaminants to ensure the quality of the seawater.

Nasal Hygiene Sprays

HYPOMER® SOFT

ZYLOMER® DEFEND