Oxynex 0.05% (Nasal Drop)

10 ml drop: ৳ 45.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Oxymetazoline hydrochloride nasal preparation
Company Opsonin pharma ltd
Also available as
Oxynex 0025 nasal drop Oxynex 25 mcg nasal spray

Indications

  • Treatment of nasal congestion
  • Associated with acute or chronic rhinitis
  • Common cold relief
  • Sinusitis management
  • Upper respiratory allergy relief
  • Epistaxis management
  • Hay fever relief
  • Nasal decongestant for otitis media

Pharmacology

  • Imidazoline derivative sympathomimetic amine
  • Direct agonist at α-adrenoceptors
  • Rapid and long acting vasoconstriction
  • Reduces blood flow and diminishes mucosal swelling
  • Improves airway potency
  • Enhances nasal sinus drainage

Dosage

  • 2-3 sprays in each nostril for adults and children (6 years and older)
  • No dosage reduction for the elderly
  • Not suitable for children below 6 years of age
  • 2-3 drops of 0.05% Nasal Drops for adults & children 6 years of age
  • 2-3 drops of 0.025% Nasal Drops for children 2-5 years of age

Administration

  • Shake the bottle gently before use
  • Clear nostrils by blowing the nose
  • Insert the nasal applicator into the nostril
  • Tilt head forward slightly and keep the spray upright
  • Breathe in through the nose and press the white-collar of nasal applicator firmly down to release a spray
  • Repeat steps for consecutive doses
  • Clean the nasal spray at least once a week

Interaction

  • Not to be given with MAO inhibitors or within 14 days of ceasing such treatment

Contraindications

  • Patients with cardiovascular disease
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Prostatic enlargement
  • Angle closure glaucoma
  • Hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients

Side Effects

  • Local irritation
  • Dryness of the mouth and throat
  • Temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing or increase in nasal discharge may occur

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Safety during pregnancy and lactation not established
  • Not thought to constitute a hazard during those periods

Precautions & Warnings

  • Avoid contact with eyes
  • Do not use longer than seven days without medical advice
  • Frequent or prolonged use may cause nasal congestion to recur or worsen

Overdose Effects

  • May cause local irritation and rebound congestion
  • Symptomatic treatment only required

Therapeutic Class

  • Nasal Anti-histamine preparations
  • Nasal Decongestants
  • Other Nasal Preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Keep below 30°C temperature
  • Store in a dry place
  • Protect from light
  • Do not refrigerate or freeze
  • Keep out of the reach of children

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