Oxrin 0.025% (Nasal Drop)
10 ml drop: ৳ 40.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Oxymetazoline hydrochloride nasal preparation |
| Company | Globe pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Nasal congestion treatment
- Treatment for acute or chronic rhinitis
- Treatment for common cold
- Treatment for sinusitis
- Treatment for upper respiratory allergies
- Treatment for epistaxis
- Treatment for hay fever
- Nasal decongestant for otitis media
Pharmacology
- Imidazoline derivative sympathomimetic amine
- Direct agonist at α-adrenoceptors
- Topical agent for nasal mucosa
- Produces rapid and long acting vasoconstriction of arterioles
- Reduces blood flow and diminishes mucosal swelling
- Improves airway potency and nasal sinus drainage
Dosage
- Adult dosage: 2-3 sprays in each nostril twice daily for 3-5 days
- Elderly dosage: No dosage reduction for nasal administration
- Children below 6 years of age: Not suitable for use
Administration
- Shake the bottle gently before use
- Insert the nasal applicator into the nostril and spray
- Cleaning instructions for the nasal spray
- Proper nostril clearing and positioning for administration
Interaction
- Contraindicated with MAO inhibitors or within 14 days of ceasing such treatment
Contraindications
- Patients with cardiovascular disease
- Patients with hyperthyroidism
- Patients with prostatic enlargement
- Patients with angle closure glaucoma
- Hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients
Side Effects
- Local irritation
- Dryness of mouth and throat
- Burning
- Stinging
- Sneezing
- Increased nasal discharge
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established during pregnancy and lactation
- Not thought to constitute a hazard during those periods
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid contact with the eyes
- Do not use for 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
- Rebound congestion
- Treatment need only be symptomatic
Therapeutic Class
- Nasal Anti-histamine preparations
- Nasal Decongestants
- Other Nasal Preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C in a dry place
- Protect from light
- Do not refrigerate or freeze
- Keep out of the reach of children