Clinical recommendationEvidence ratingReferences
Nasal irrigation is an effective adjunctive therapy for symptoms of chronic rhinosinusitis.A11, 12
Based on limited evidence, nasal irrigation may be an effective adjunctive treatment for symptoms of irritant rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, and viral upper respiratory tract infection; and for postoperative care after endoscopic sinus surgery.B8, 15, 16, 1921, 23, 25
Nasal irrigation has been recommended for mild to moderate rhinitis of pregnancy, acute rhinosinusitis, sinonasal sarcoidosis, and Wegener granulomatosis.C24, 26, 27