Oxyzolin 0.025% (Nasal Drop)
10 ml drop: ৳ 40.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Oxymetazoline hydrochloride nasal preparation |
| Company | Gaco pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Nasal congestion treatment
- Acute rhinitis relief
- Chronic rhinitis relief
- Common cold relief
- Sinusitis relief
- Upper respiratory allergies relief
- Epistaxis relief
- Hay fever relief
- Nasal decongestant for otitis media
Pharmacology
- Imidazoline derivative sympathomimetic amine
- Direct agonist at α-adrenoceptors
- No action on β-adrenoceptors
- Rapid vasoconstriction of arterioles
- Long acting vasoconstriction
- Reduction of blood flow
- Diminishing mucosal swelling
- Improved airway potency
- Better nasal sinus drainage
Dosage
- Adult dosage: 2 or 3 sprays in each nostril twice daily for 3-5 days
- Elderly dosage: No reduction in dosage required
- Children below 6 years: Not suitable for use
- Adult & children 6 years: 2-3 drops of 0.05% Nasal Drops twice daily in each nostril
- Children 2-5 years: 2-3 drops of 0.025% Nasal Drops twice daily in each nostril
Administration
- Nasal spray usage instructions
- Cleaning instructions for nasal spray
- Proper technique for nasal application
- Blowing the nose before application
- Careful insertion of nasal applicator
- Breathing instructions during application
- Use of nasal spray in each nostril
- Weekly nasal spray cleaning procedure
Interaction
- Contraindicated with MAO inhibitors
- 14 days gap required after stopping MAO inhibitor treatment
Contraindications
- Patients with cardiovascular disease
- Patients with hyperthyroidism
- Patients with prostatic enlargement
- Patients with angle closure glaucoma
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredients
Side Effects
- Local irritation
- Dryness of mouth and throat
- Burning sensation
- Stinging sensation
- Sneezing
- Increased nasal discharge
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety during pregnancy not established
- Likely not hazardous during pregnancy or lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid contact with eyes
- Not for prolonged use without medical advice
- Potential for rebound congestion
Overdose Effects
- Local irritation
- Rebound congestion
- Symptomatic treatment for overdose
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