Modexa Patient Counseling Information

Mode of Administration: Preparing MODEXA nasal spray suspension for use: MODEXA nasal spray suspension has a dust cap which protects the nozzle and keeps it clean. Remember to take this off before using the spray and to replace it after use.
If you are using the spray for the first time you need to 'prime' the bottle by pumping the spray 10 times until a fine mist is produced: 1. Gently shake the bottle.
2. Put your forefinger and middle finger either side of the nozzle and your thumb underneath the bottle. Do not pierce the nasal applicator.
3. Point the nozzle away from you and then press down with your fingers to pump the spray.
If you have not used the spray for 14 days or more, you need to reprime the bottle by pumping the spray 2 times until a fine mist is produced.
How to use MODEXA nasal spray: 1. Shake the bottle gently and remove the dust cap.
2. Gently blow your nose.
3. Close one nostril and put the nozzle into the other nostril. Tilt your head forward slightly, keeping the bottle upright.
4. Start to breathe in gently or slowly through your nose and whilst you are breathing in squirt a spray of fine mist into your nose by pressing down ONCE with your fingers.
5. Breathe out through your mouth. Repeat step 4 to inhale a second spray in the same nostril if applicable.
6. Remove the nozzle from this nostril and breathe out through the mouth.
7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for the other nostril.
After using the spray, wipe the nozzle carefully with a clean handkerchief or tissue and replace the dust cap.
Cleaning MODEXA nasal spray: It is important to clean MODEXA nasal spray suspension regularly, otherwise it may not work properly.
Remove the dust cap and gently pull off the nozzle.
Wash the nozzle and dust cap in warm water and then rinse under a running tap.
Do not try to unblock the nasal applicator by inserting a pin or other sharp object as this will damage the applicator and cause you not to get the right dose of medicine.
Allow the dust cap and nozzle to dry in a warm place.
Push the nozzle back onto the bottle and replace the dust cap.
The spray will need to be primed again with 2 sprays when first used after cleaning.