Xylometazoline hydrochloride formulations
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Xylometazoline constricts dilated blood vessels in the nasal mucosa1,2
Xylometazoline is a sympathomimetic agent that binds to alpha adrenergic receptors causing vasoconstriction leading to decongestion of the nasal mucosa.1,2 This effect begins to take effect within 2 minutes of application and may remain active for up to 12 hours.1
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A clinical study with xylometazoline demonstrated superiority to placebo at relieving nasal congestion3
Nasal sprays containing xylometazoline are proven to be significantly superior to placebo at relieving nasal congestion with decongestion effects shown for up to 12 hours.1,3 Xylometazoline was also found to significantly improve individual common cold symptoms, such as easier breathing, leading to significantly greater patient satisfaction with treatment.3 The activity of xylometazoline occurs as quickly as within 2 minutes.1
Xylometazoline provides rapid and long-lasting relief of nasal congestion1
Discover the Otrivin range with xylometazoline hydrochloride
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Otrivin 0.1% Nasal Spray
Otrivin 0.1% nasal spray unblocks the nose within minutes and lasts for up to 12 hours. It is also available as a preservative-free Xylometazoline formulation.
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Otrivin 0.1% Nasal Drops
Otrivin 0.1% nasal drops unblocks the nose within minutes and lasts for up to 12 hours. It is also available as a preservative-free Xylometazoline formulation.
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Otrivin Menthol 0.1% Nasal Spray
Otrivin /Menthol 0.1% nasal spray rapidly unblocks the nose with xylometazoline, and relieves sinus pressure with the fresh relief of menthol.
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Otrivin child 0.05% Nasal Drops
Otrivin child 0.05% nasal drops rapidly unblocks the nose in children between 6 and 12 years old with xylometazoline.
Otrivin – your Nasal HealthPartner
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