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nasal spray

American  

noun

  • nasal sprays
    plural
  1. a liquid medication that can be atomized and inhaled into or through the nose.


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For most, he said, the standard flu shot suffices, though he noted there are other options, including a nasal spray version — great for almost anyone with a fear of needles — and higher-dosage shots.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026

"As we develop and scale this therapy, a simple, two-dose nasal spray could one day replace invasive, risky procedures or maybe even months of medication," Shetty said.

From Science Daily ● May 26, 2026

The company’s BPL-003 nasal spray for depression is nearing Phase 3 trials.

From Barron's ● Apr. 20, 2026

The vaccine was given as a nasal spray in the experiments, but may need to be breathed in through a nebuliser to reach the depths of human lungs.

From BBC ● Feb. 19, 2026

She noted that ongoing studies are investigating whether oxytocin nasal spray could serve as either a stand-alone or supplementary treatment for a wide range of mental and physical conditions.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 4, 2025

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