Azolin 0.025% (Nasal Drop)
10 ml drop: ৳ 55.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Oxymetazoline hydrochloride nasal preparation |
| Company | Acme laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Nasal congestion treatment
- Acute rhinitis treatment
- Chronic rhinitis treatment
- Common cold relief
- Sinusitis treatment
- Upper respiratory allergies relief
- Epistaxis treatment
- Hay fever relief
- Nasal decongestant for otitis media
Pharmacology
- Imidazoline derivative sympathomimetic amine
- Direct agonist at alpha-adrenoceptors
- Topical agent for nasal mucosa
- Rapid vasoconstriction
- Long-acting vasoconstrictor
- Reduction of blood flow in arterioles
- Diminished mucosal swelling
- Improved airway potency
- Improved nasal sinus drainage
Dosage
- Adult dosage for nasal spray
- Pediatric dosage for nasal spray
- Elderly dosage for nasal spray
- Adult dosage for nasal drop
- Pediatric dosage for nasal drop
- Dosage duration: 3-5 days
Administration
- Nasal spray usage instructions
- Nasal spray cleaning instructions
- Nasal spray usage for clearing nostrils
- Nasal spray usage for consecutive doses
- Nasal drop usage instructions
Interaction
- Interaction with MAO inhibitors
- Interaction avoidance for 14 days after MAO inhibitor treatment cessation
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in cardiovascular disease
- Contraindicated in hyperthyroidism
- Contraindicated in prostatic enlargement
- Contraindicated in angle closure glaucoma
- Contraindicated in hypersensitivity to ingredients
Side Effects
- Local irritation
- Dryness of mouth and throat
- Burning sensation
- Stinging sensation
- Sneezing
- Increased nasal discharge
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established during pregnancy
- Safety not established during lactation
- Not thought to constitute a hazard during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid contact with eyes
- Usage not exceeding seven days without medical advice
- Frequent or prolonged usage may worsen nasal congestion
Overdose Effects
- Local irritation due to overdose
- Rebound congestion due to overdose
- Symptomatic treatment for overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Nasal anti-histamine preparations
- Nasal decongestants
- Other nasal preparations
Storage Conditions
- Temperature below 30°C
- Dry storage place
- Protection from light
- Avoid refrigeration and freezing
- Keep out of reach of children