Otrivin Adult Nasal Drops

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Unblocks your nose quickly, within a matter of minutes1-3

Otrivin Adult Nasal Drops is specially formulated with a topical vasoconstrictor, which is clinically proven to decongest the nasal mucosa and improve nasal airflow3,4 during the common cold, allergic rhinitis, and sinusitis.3

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Rapid relief and long-lasting nasal decongestion1-3

Otrivin Adult Nasal Drops contains xylometazoline, a topical decongestant, which acts locally on the nasal mucosa.

  • Relief is immediate – within a matter of 2-5 minutes, rather than up to half an hour for oral decongestants.4
  • It provides a longer duration of action – up to 12 hours; oral decongestants only last for half that time.4
Xylometazoline hydrochloride

Otrivin Adult Nasal Drops is formulated with xylometazoline for fast action

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Otrivin Adult Nasal Drops (0.1% xylometazoline hydrochloride)

For patients who are looking for fast and long-lasting relief of nasal congestion.1-3

Otrivin Adult Nasal Drops product details

  • Ingredients

    Active ingredient:

    Contains xylometazoline hydrochloride 0.1%.3

    Inactive ingredients:

    Benzalkonium chloride, di sodium phosphate dodecahydrate; sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate; disodium edetate; sodium chloride; sorbitol; methylhydroxypropylcellulose; purified water.5

  • Directions

    Always follow the label instructions.

    Otrivin Adult Nasal Drops should only be used for adults and children 12 years of age and over.3

    • Nasal drops may be administered with 2-4 drops into each nostril.
    • Nasal metered-dose spray may be administered with 1 spray into each nostril up to 3 times daily as needed.
    • Nasal spray (“squeeze bottle”) may be administered with 1-2 sprays into each nostril up to 3 times daily as needed.

    Do not exceed 3 applications daily into each nostril.

    • Clear the nose.
    • Hold the bottle upright with your thumb under the base and the nozzle between two fingers.
    • Lean forward slightly and insert the nozzle into a nostril.
    • Spray and breathe in gently through the nose at the same time, before repeating in the other nostril.
    • Clean and dry the nozzle before replacing the cap immediately after use.

    To avoid possible spread of infection, the product should only be used by one person.

  • Warnings & Precautions

    Xylometazoline, like other sympathomimetic agents, should be used with caution in patients showing a strong reaction to adrenergic substances, as manifested by signs of insomnia, dizziness, tremors, cardiac arrhythmia, or elevated blood pressure.

    Otrivin should be used with caution in patients with: hypertension, cardiovascular disease, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, phaeochromocytoma, prostatic hypertrophy, monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) treatment, or who have received them in the last two weeks.

    As with other topical vasoconstrictors, Otrivin 0.1% should not be used for more than ten consecutive days: prolonged or excessive use may cause rebound congestion and/or atrophy of the nasal mucosa.3

    Keep out of sight and reach of children.

    Common side effects, with an incidence of approximately 10%, include dryness or irritation of the nasal mucosa, nausea, headache, or a local burning sensation.3 Occurring at a much lower incidence of approximate 0.0001%, are allergic reactions, including difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, blurred vision, and irregular heartbeat.3

    Do not use Otrivin Adult Nasal Drops before talking to your doctor or pharmacist if any of the below apply3:

    • you have high blood pressure.
    • you suffer from heart disease.
    • you have an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism).
    • you suffer from diabetes.
    • you have an enlarged prostate gland (prostatic hypertrophy).
    • you have a rare tumour of the adrenal gland that produces high amounts of adrenaline and noradrenaline (phaeochromocytoma).
    • you are taking certain medicines used for the treatment of depression. These medicines are:
      • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI): do NOT use (X) if you are taking or have been taking MAOIs within the last 14 days.
      • tri-cyclic and tetra-cyclic antidepressants.

    As with other products for the relief of a blocked nose, Otrivin Adult Nasal Drops may give rise to sleep disturbances, dizziness, or tremors in very sensitive patients. Consult your doctor if such signs prove troublesome.3

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