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nasal spray

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noun

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


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

From Barron's Apr. 20, 2026

Pulendran estimates that two doses delivered as a nasal spray could be sufficient for people.

From Science Daily Feb. 23, 2026

Children aged between two and five and at school age also receive immunisation administered as a nasal spray.

From BBC Dec. 7, 2025

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

Australian health officials are promoting free flu vaccinations for children that don’t require an injection, but are administered by nasal spray.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 25, 2025

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