Gel and saline sprays reduced the days of illness by around 20, scientists said.
People using nasal sprays were less likely to be prescribed antibiotics compared to those receiving the usual standard care
The benefits were greater for those who used the sprays around six times a day, the researchers said. Paul Little, professor in primary care research from the University of Southampton, who led the trial, said: “Given these results, our advice, particularly for those at higher risk from infections or those who get recurrent infections, is at the first sign of cough, sore throat, cold or flu-like symptoms, use a nasal spray to prevent it from developing fully, and to use the sprays preventatively after close exposure to people with infections.
Patients were randomly assigned to receive either a Vicks-First-Defence gel-based nasal spray, a saline liquid-based nasal spray, or an online resource that helps people with respiratory illnesses with exercise and stress levels.
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