Betadine® Cold Defence Nasal Spray
Antibiotic free cold treatment that prevents germs from spreading and multiplying
Product Highlights
- Clinically proven to defend against colds by trapping and disabling cold viruses.
- Clinically proven to shorten the duration of a cold when used at the first sign.
- Helps treat colds at the first sign.
- Helps prevent viruses from spreading and multiplying.
- Soothes and hydrates nasal passages.
- Relieves congestion and runny nose.
Blow your nose gently
Remove the protection cap, shake the bottle and pump the spray a few times until a fine mist comes out
Sit up with your head tilted slightly forward and breathe out slowly
Close one nostril and gently insert the nozzle into the other.
Gently squeeze the pump as you breathe in.
Repeat steps 1 through 5 for the other nostril
Use 1 spray per nostril, three times per day.
Clinically proven to defend against colds.
Use at the first sign of a cold.
- Traps and disables cold viruses.
- Creates a protective layer in the nasal cavity.
- Shortens the duration of a cold.
- Helps reduce the spread of cold viruses.
- Moisturizes the nasal lining to protect from dryness.
Directions:
Adults and Children (> 4 years):
At the first sign of a cold: One spray 3 times per day into each nostril.
To moisten dry nasal lining:
One spray 1–3 times per day into each nostril.
Children 1–4 years of age:
Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use.
Caution:
If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a healthcare practitioner.
Do not use:
if you have a hypersensitivity to carrageenan.
Stop use if:
nasal burning, nasal irritation or nausea occurs.
Store under normal conditions, below 25°C. Protect from sunlight.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Medical Ingredients (per mL):
iota-Carrageenan……….1.2 mg
Sodium Chloride……….0.5%
Non-medical Ingredients:
Carrageenan, water.
Antibiotic & Steroid Free
How Do You Get A Cold?
Cold Cause: How You Get Infected
Contrary to popular belief, common colds are not caused by cold weather. A cold is caused by viruses, most commonly rhinoviruses, that are transmitted through the air and through close contact with a cold carrier.
Cold Contraction: How Cold Viruses Spread
Viruses are inhaled through the nose or mouth and attach to the nasal lining where they multiply and spread.
Cold Symptoms
The viruses invade healthy cells in the nasal passages and cause symptoms such as: stuffy and runny nose, sore throat and scratchy throat, coughing, sneezing, aches and pains, and fever.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the common cold and the flu?
The flu (Influenza) and the common cold are both respiratory illnesses caused by viruses. Influenza is a specific type of infection caused by specific viruses, generally the Influenza A or Influenza B viruses. The common cold can be caused by hundreds of different types of viruses. The main difference is that influenza tends to cause more systemic symptoms.
| Flu symptoms include: | Common cold symptoms include: |
|---|---|
| Fever over 100.4 F | Runny and/or stuffy nose |
| Aching muscles, especially in your back, arms and legs | Sore throat |
| Chills and sweats | Coughing |
| Headache | Sneezing |
| Dry, persistent cough | Gradual onset of symptoms |
| Fatigue and weakness | |
| Nasal congestion | |
| Sore throat | |
| Sudden onset of symptoms |
What are common steps to prevent a cold?
Although there is no immunization for the common cold, you can take the following steps to help prevent contracting it:
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. This reduces the risk of spreading viruses and bacteria. Also wash hands after contact with an infected person or surface.
- Avoid contact with infected people. Cold viruses are often spread through close proximity so keeping a distance for the duration of the cold is ideal.
- Engage in a healthy lifestyle. Eating well, (consuming foods and drinks high in vitamins and antioxidants) exercising, getting enough sleep and avoiding stress are great ways to build your immune system to prevent infections.
- If you do feel signs of a cold brewing, use BETADINE® Cold Defence Nasal Spray to help prevent viruses from spreading and to shorten the duration of a cold.
What is an upper-respiratory infection?
An upper-respiratory infection (URI) is an infection that affects the upper air passages including the larynx, the nasal cavity, the nasal passages, and the pharynx.
The sources of URIs are almost always viral. Droplets of infected saliva and mucus spray out into the air when a person sneezes or coughs. Other people may breathe them in, or they can land on surfaces that others touch. Symptoms can include:
- Coughing
- Discomfort in the nasal passages
- Mild fever
- Excess mucus
- Nasal congestion
- Pain or pressure behind the face
- A runny nose
- A sore throat
- Sneezing
Can BETADINE® Cold Defence Nasal Spray be used to treat the common cold?
BETADINE® Cold Defence Nasal Spray is an innovative treatment for early intervention and treatment of the common cold.
Does BETADINE® Cold Defence relieve common cold symptoms?
BETADINE® Cold Defence works by trapping and disabling viruses which then get eliminated naturally, thereby having symptom relief effects. Our studies have examined all common cold symptoms and have demonstrated that BETADINE® Cold Defence Nasal Spray can reduce the total cold symptoms such as runny nose and nasal congestion when used as an early intervention common cold treatment.
How long should BETADINE® Cold Defence be used?
There is no recommended duration of use for BETADINE® Cold Defence Nasal Spray. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult your healthcare practitioner.
Is carrageenan contained in BETADINE® Cold Defence Nasal Spray safe?
It’s important to remember that there are three different types of carrageenan: iota, kappa and lambda. BETADINE® Cold Defence Nasal Spray contains only one type of carrageenan, which is the iota carrageenan. Studies have shown that iota carrageenan is safe to use through intranasal application and is clinically proven to have an antiviral effect.
What is the concentration of iota-carrageenan contained in BETADINE® Cold Defence Nasal Spray?
The concentration of iota-carrageenan contained in BETADINE® Cold Defence is 1.2 mg/ml. This concentration is safe in children and adults >4. For children ages 1-4, consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use.
What is the recommended dosage of BETADINE® Cold Defence Nasal Spray?
The recommended dosage for BETADINE® Cold Defence Nasal Spray is 1 spray into each nostril 3 times per day.