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Otrivin

Adult Nasal Metered-Dose Spray

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Contains active ingredients including Xylometazoline

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Description:
Respiratory 1and2 Ear, Nose And Throat Otrivin Adult Metered Spray

Detailed Description:
Schedulding status S1 proprietary names (and dosage forms):Otrivin ® adult drops.Otrivin ® adult metered-dose spray.Otrivin ® PAED. Drops.Otrivin ® PAED. metered-dose spray.Composition:Otrivin adult drops and Otrivin adult metereddose spray: 1 ml contains 1 mg of xylometazoline hydrochloride.Preservative: 0.011% mass/volume benzalkonium chloride.Otrivin PAED. drops and Otrivin PAED. metered-dose spray: 1 ml contains 0.5 mg of xylometazoline hydrochloride.Preservative: 0.011% mass/volume benzalkonium chloride.Pharmacological classification:A16.1 nasal decongestants.Pharmacological action:Otrivin contains xylometazoline, which belongs to the group of the arylalkyl imidazolines.Otrivin has a vasoconstrictor action, producing decongestion of the nasal and pharyngeal mucosa when administered locally.The effect of Otrivin sets in within a few minutes and persists for several hours.Indications:Decongestion of naso-pharyngeal mucosa in colds, sinusitis, otitis media and to facilitate rhinoscopy.Identification:Drops, spray and metered-dose spray: clear, colourless solution.Presentation:Otrivin PAED. drops (0.5 mg/ml solution):Polyethylene dropper bottles containing 10 ml.Otrivin PAED. metered-dose spray (0.5 mg/ml solution):Polyethylene metered-dose spray bottle containing 10 ml.Otrivin adult drops (1 mg/ml solution):Polyethylene dropper bottles containing 10 ml.Otrivin adult metered-dose spray (1 mg/ml solution):Polyethylene metered-dose spray bottle containing 10 ml.Marketed by:Novartis Consumer Health a division of Novartis South Africa (Pty) Limited.Date of publication of this package insert:29 December 1986. ®Registered trade mark.Otrivin is an effective decongestant which acts to clear a blocked nose within minutes and relieves excessive nasal secretions for several hours.Useful for colds, sinusitis and otitis media.10 ml.

Pack size:
1 Pack

Quantity in pack:
1

Marketing description:
Ear, nose & throat topical nasal preparations decongestants.

Brand:
Otrivin

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How to use

Storage instructions:
Otrivin adult drops, Otrivin PAED. drops and PAED. metered-dose spray: store below 25 degrees C.Otrivin adult metered-dose spray: store below 30 degrees C.

Warnings:
Contra-indications:Hypersensitivity to the ingredients.Hyperthyroidism.Ischaemic heart disease.Patients being treated with monoamine oxidase (MAO) - inhibitors or 10 days after stopping treatment.Otrivin should not be employed in status post transsphenoidal hypophysectomy (or after transnasal or transoral surgical interventions in which the dura mater has been exposed).Side-effects and special precautions:The following side effects have been encountered:Rebound congestion after discontinuation. A burning sensation in the nose and throat, local irritation, nausea, headache, dryness of the nasal mucosa, epistaxis, anosmia, dizziness, palpitations and insomnia.Less frequently: skin rash or transient visual disturbances. Otrivin should be used with caution in patients with hypertension, cardiovascular disease, narrow-angle glaucoma and diabetes mellitus.Otrivin should be used with caution in patients showing a strong reaction to sympathomimetic agents, as evidenced by signs of insomnia, dizziness, etc.Do not exceed the recommended dose, especially in children and in the elderly.Otrivin should not be employed uninterruptedly for periods exceeding two weeks: prolonged or excessive use may cause rebound congestion. Chronic use may lead to atrophic rhinitis.Interactions:Concurrent use of tricyclic or tetracyclic antidepressants may potentiate the systemic effects of xylometazoline.Pregnancy and lactation:The use of Otrivin during pregnancy is not advisable due to its potential systemic absorption.Otrivin should be used with caution during lactation.Known symptoms of overdosage and particulars of its treatment:Signs:In instances of accidental poisoning in children, the clinical picture may be marked chiefly by signs such as acceleration and irregularity of the pulse, elevated blood pressure and sometimes clouding of consciousness, sweating, drowsiness, coma, convulsions, circulatory collapse.Treatment:Symptomatic treatment under medical supervision is indicated.Keep out of the reach of children.

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Ingredients

Ingredients:
Xylometazoline Hcl 1mg, ml Nasal Spray

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