Sorbitol and hypromellose formulations
Sorbitol and hypromellose complement the action of decongestants
The addition of sorbitol and hypromellose to Otrivin Moisturising nasal spray provides a supportive effect to the active decongestant ingredient by:
- Restoring moisture to the nasal mucosa1
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Sorbitol and hypromellose counteract dryness from topical vasoconstrictors5
Unlike alternative nasal decongestants, formulations that contain hypromellose and sorbitol are found to have a higher water-retaining capability, significant moisturising properties and the ability to counteract dryness.5
Hypromellose and sorbitol restore moisture to the nasal passageways1
Discover the Otrivin range with sorbitol and hypromellose
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Otrivin Adult Metered-Dose Nasal Spray
Otrivin Adult Nasal Metered-Dose Spray nasal formulations help prevent dryness and irritation with xylometazoline combined with hypromellose and sorbitol.6
Otrivin Adult Nasal Metered-Dose Spray is specially formulated with a topical vasoconstrictor, which is clinically proven to decongest the nasal passage and improve nasal airflow3,4,6 during the common cold, allergic rhinitis, and sinusitis.3,6
Key ingredients: 1 ml contains 1 mg of xylometazoline hydrochloride. Preservative: 0,011 % m/v benzalkonium chloride.
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Otrivin Paed Nasal Metered- Dose Spray
Otrivin Paed Nasal Metered- Dose Spray nasal formulations unblock your child’s nose quickly and protect against dryness and irritation with xylometazoline combined with hypromellose and sorbitol.7
Otrivin – your Nasal Health Partner
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