Sinus drainage procedure Two long Q-tip applicators are dipped into a 10% Argyrol solution. The solution consists of a sliver protein which irritates the mucus lining inside your nasal cavity and causes your sinuses to release the fluid they are witholding. The applicators are gently placed into your nasal passage and left for up to 45 minutes as you lay face down on a massage table. The release fluid from your sinuses drains causing relief of sinus pain and congestion.