Hartig Drug Partners with Nefense to Offer Nasal Care Products

Hartig Drug Company, a family-owned pharmacy chain founded in Dubuque, Iowa, in 1904, has expanded its product selection to include Nefense nasal care products at select locations in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. This partnership brings together two Dubuque-rooted companies: Hartig Drug, which has served the Tri-State Area for over a century, and Nefense, a nasal wellness company developed by Richard Downs, DDS, with more than forty years of clinical expertise in oral health, breathing, and airway function. Charlie Hartig, CEO of Hartig Drug, expressed enthusiasm, noting the significance of offering a locally developed product line to the communities they serve.

The new assortment features drug-free, non-medicated options for daily nasal hygiene, including Hyponasal, an HOCl nasal spray for adults; Hyponasal Junior, formulated for children; Hypobaby, an ultra-gentle spray for infants; and Xyloclean, a xylitol-based moisturizing spray. Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is a natural molecule produced by white blood cells and has been studied in several areas of medicine. Published research has evaluated low-concentration HOCl nasal irrigation in people with chronic sinonasal symptoms and allergic rhinitis, though not specifically Nefense products. Dr. F. Hunter Fuerste, a board-certified ophthalmologist, highlights HOCl's gentle, nontoxic nature and its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, which are being used in skincare, wound care, and eyelid hygiene.

For Hartig Drug, adding Nefense aligns with its long-standing commitment to offering health and wellness products, including those from local businesses. This collaboration underscores a shared heritage and provides customers with age-specific alternatives to medicated decongestants. Nefense products are now available at participating Hartig Drug locations, and customers can find a nearby store by visiting hartigdrug.com/stores. This initiative not only expands product offerings but also strengthens the bond between two local enterprises, reinforcing their dedication to community health.