OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray
Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.1% Nasal prep
1mg/ml
Novartis Consumer Health SA
| Pack size | 10ml Metered Dose Spray Bottle |
|---|---|
| Dispensing mode | OTC-P |
| Source | SWITZERLAND |
| Agent | CITY MEDICAL STORE |
| Retail Price | 22.50 AED |
Indications
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray is used for:
Sinusitis, Nasal congestion, Seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis
Adult Dose
Adults: Nasal drop: 2 or 3 drops adult formula (0.1%) 2-3 times daily.
Nasal spray: 2-3 sprays each nostril 3 times daily.
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any ingredients of the preparation.
Precautions
The prolonged use or abuse of decongestants in general may lead to rebound congestion or drug induced rhinitis.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: not known if excreted in breast milk
Interactions
Increased heart rate or BP with sibutramine.
Potentially Fatal: Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs.
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.1% Nasal prep :
Anxiety, Dizzy, Tremor, Overuse may cause rebound congestion, Topical products may cause local side effects such as nasal burning, stinging, dryness.
Mechanism of Action
Xylometazoline is a direct-acting sympathomimetic which has a vasoconstrictor effect by reducing swelling and congestion when applied to mucous membranes.
Note
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% 1mg/ml Nasal Spray manufactured by Novartis Consumer Health SA. Its generic name is Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.1% Nasal prep. OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% is availble in United Arab Emirates.
Farmaco UAE drug index information on OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.
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