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Introduction About OTRIVIN MOISTURISING ADULT NASAL DROPS
OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops is a type of nasal spray used to manage nasal mucosa dryness and provide rapid relief from nasal congestion/stuffy nose for up to 12 hours in affected individuals. It contains xylometazoline hydrochloride and sorbitol solution as active ingredients which provide relief from a blocked nose by reducing excess nasal secretion.
Xylometazoline hydrochloride is a nasal decongestant which provides relief from a blocked nose by reducing excess nasal secretion and swollen blood vessels in the nose. Sorbitol solution is a moisturizing agent which retains water and reduces dryness in the nose.
Always use OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops as directed by your physician. Clean your nose and tilt your head slightly back to apply the drop in each nostril. Keep the head tilted for short time to allow the drops to spread throughout the nose. Repeat with other nostrils. Clean and dry the nozzle after use. Instil 2-4 drops 2-3 times daily in each nostril for adults and children (aged above 12 years). Do not exceed the recommended dosage. Avoid using this medicine more than 10 days. Prolonged/excessive use cause stuffiness in the nose which may worsen. Avoid administering this medicine in child (aged below 12 years).
Key Composition
- Xylometazoline hydrochloride
- Sorbitol solution
Therapeutic Uses Of OTRIVIN MOISTURISING ADULT NASAL DROPS
- Prevents nasal mucosa dryness
- Provides rapid relief from nasal congestion/stuffy nose for upto 12 hours in affected individuals
Side Effects Of OTRIVIN MOISTURISING ADULT NASAL DROPS
OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops may cause local burning sensation, irritation, dryness of nasal mucosa, nausea, headache, skin rash, blurred vision, irregular/fast heartbeats in some individuals. Consult your doctor if you notice any such side effects while using OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops.
Safety Advice
- Always use OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops as directed by your physician.
- Clean your nose and tilt your head slightly back to apply the drop in each nostril.
- Keep the head tilted for short time to allow the drops to spread throughout the nose. Repeat with other nostrils. Clean and dry the nozzle after use.
- Instil 2-4 drops 2-3 times daily in each nostril for adults and children (aged above 12 years). Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
- Avoid using this medicine for more than 10 days.
- Prolonged/excessive use cause stuffiness in the nose which may worsen. Avoid administering this medicine to child (aged below 12 years).
- This medicine is not suitable for use in children (aged below 12 years)
- Avoid using OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops if you suffer from narrow-angle glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes), and/or have undergone any recent trans-nasal surgery (brain surgery)
- Avoid using this medicine if you suffer from chronic nasal inflammation with very dry nasal passages.
- Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you suffer from hypertension, heart disease, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland), high blood sugar, pheochromocytoma (rare tumour of the brain), prostatic hypertrophy (enlargement of prostate gland).
- Do not use OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops if you are allergic to any of its components.
- Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take such as tetracyclic anti-depressants over-the-counter medications, and/or herbal supplements.
More Information
- Keep OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops out of reach of children
- Store OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops at room temperature in a cool and dry place
FAQs About OTRIVIN MOISTURISING ADULT NASAL DROPS
Q. What is OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops and why it is used?
A. OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops is a type of nasal spray which is used to manage nasal mucosa dryness and provide rapid relief from nasal congestion/stuffy nose for up to 12 hours in affected individuals. It contains xylometazoline hydrochloride and sorbitol solution as active ingredients which help to provide relief from a blocked nose by reducing excess nasal secretion.
Q. What are the side effects of using OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops?
A. OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops may cause local burning sensation, irritation, dryness of nasal mucosa, nausea, headache, skin rash, blurred vision, irregular/fast heartbeats in some individuals. Consult your doctor if you notice any such side effects while using OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops.
Q. How to use OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops?
A. Always use OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops as directed by your physician. Clean your nose and tilt your head slightly back to apply the drop in each nostril. Keep the head tilted for short time to allow the drops to spread throughout the nose. Repeat with other nostrils. Clean and dry the nozzle after use. Instil 2-4 drops 2-3 times daily in each nostril for adults and children (aged above 12 years). Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
Q. How OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops should be stored?
A. Keep OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops out of reach of children which can be stored at room temperature in a cool and dry place.
Q. What happens if OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops is used for a longer time?
A. Avoid using OTRIVIN MOISTURIZING ADULT Nasal Drops for more than 10 days since prolonged/excessive use may cause stuffiness in the nose which may worsen the condition.
References
1. https://www.otrivin.co.in/products/otrivin-moisturizing-adult/
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