FAST EFFECTIVE NASAL CONGESTION RELIEF

Delivers the medication in a fine mist to help relieve nasal congestion within 2 minutes. Lasts up to 12 hours.

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Otrivin 0.1% Metered Dose Nasal Spray

0.1% Nasal Spray


Otrivin 0.1% Metered Dose Nasal Spray effectively relieves nasal congestion within 2 minutes. Quickly provides a sensation of improved nasal airflow with long-lasting relief.

  • How it works

    How it works

    Otrivin 0.1% Metered Dose Nasal Spray contains the active ingredient, Xylometazoline hydrochloride, which unblocks your nose by reducing swelling of the mucosa. It also helps sinus drainage so mucus can be drained out, easing painful sinus pressure.

  • How to use

    How to use

    Otrivin 0.1% Metered Dose Nasal Spray should be administered as follows: 1 spray in each nostril up to 3 times per day.

    Detailed instructions:

    1. Clear your nose.
    2. Lean forward slightly and insert the nozzle into a nostril.
    3. Spray and breathe in gently through the nose at the same time.
    4. Repeat for the other nostril.

    If cold symptoms persist or worsen consult your doctor or pharmacist. To avoid possible spread of infection, only one person should use each pack.

  • Product information

    Product information

    When to use

    For adults and children from 12 years old and over. Otrivin 0.1% Metered Dose Nasal Spray is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of nasal congestion.

    Precautions

    You should not use Otrivin 0.1% Metered Dose Nasal Spray for more than 7 consecutive days. It should not be used during pregnancy and breast feeding unless your doctor recommends it.

    You should also consult your doctor before using the spray if you have any of the following medical problems:
    · high blood pressure
    · heart disease
    · overactive thyroid
    · diabetes
    · phaeochromocytoma
    · enlarged prostate

    If you are being treated for depression with Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, then you should also consult your doctor.

    DO NOT USE THE SPRAY:

    · in children below 1 year old.
    · if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to xylometazoline or any of the other ingredients of this medicine,
    · if you have had nasal surgery,
    · if you suffer from glaucoma,
    · if you suffer from a condition that thins the lining of the nose (atrophic rhinitis)
    · if you suffer from inflammatory nasal dryness (rhinitis sicca).

    Further information

    Keep out of reach of children. Seek medical advice before using if you are breastfeeding. Do not use after the expiry date stated on the bottle.

    Always read the patient information leaflet.

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