Efcorlin Nasal Drop

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline nasal prep
0.02% + 0.00025
Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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Indications

Efcorlin Nasal Drop is used for: Reduce the nasal congestion and swelling in the nasal passages. Conditions for which it is commonly used include hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), perennial allergic rhinitis (year round nasal irritation), vasomotor rhinitis

Adult Dose

Nasal Drops Adult: Instilled directly into the nose 2 to 3 drops (into both nostrils) 2 to 3 times per day.

Child Dose

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Administration

Contra Indications

Precautions

These drops could trigger rhinitis medicamentosa if used for an extended period of time.

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Interactions

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline nasal prep : Crusting Sneezing Mild irritation Dryness inside the nose Mucus discharge from the nose

Mechanism of Action

Naphazoline is an alpha adrenergic receptor agonist which causes vasoconstriction by stimulating arterioles of the conjunctiva and nasal mucosa thus reducing swelling, redness and discomfort when applied to mucous membranes. Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid used for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Its anti-inflammatory action is due to the suppression of migration of polymorphonuclear leukocytes and reversal of increased capillary permeability. It may also be used as replacement therapy in adrenocortical insufficiency.

Note

Efcorlin 0.02% + 0.00025 Nasal Drop manufactured by Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.. Its generic name is Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline nasal prep. Efcorlin is availble in Nepal. Farmaco Nepal drug index information on Efcorlin Nasal Drop 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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