OTRIVIN DROPS

Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.05% Nasal prep
1MG, 0.05%
Novartis India Ltd.
Pack size 1's, 1's
Dispensing mode
Source
Agent
Retail Price 69.61, 45.62 NPR

Indications

OTRIVIN DROPS is used for: Sinusitis, Nasal congestion, Seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis

Adult Dose

Child Dose

Children under 12 yrs : 1 or 2 drops children's formula (0.05%) in each nostril 1-2 times daily. Nasal spray: 1-2 sprays each nostril 3 times daily. Not to be used in infants less than 3 months.

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

Interactions

Increased heart rate or BP with sibutramine. Potentially Fatal: Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs.

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.05% 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 1MG, 0.05% DROPS manufactured by Novartis India Ltd.. Its generic name is Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.05% Nasal prep. OTRIVIN is availble in Nepal. Farmaco Nepal drug index information on OTRIVIN DROPS 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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