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Otrivin Adult Nasal Spray is a nasal decongestant that provides fast* relief of a blocked or runny nose caused by cold, flu, sinusitis, hay fever or other allergic rhinitis.
Otrivin Adult Nasal Spray can be used by Adults and Children over 12 years of age, who are suffering from nasal congestion due to colds, hay fever or other allergic rhinitis and sinusitis. Otrivin Junior is available for children aged 6-11 years.
Otrivin Adult Nasal Spray contains the active ingredient xylometazoline hydrochloride that helps to open up and clear nasal passages by reducing nasal congestion. It can ease nasal congestion related to a cold, hay fever or other allergic rhinitis and sinusitis.
* Eccles, R. et al. 2008. The nasal decongestant effect of xylometazoline in the common cold. American Journal of Rhynology, Vol. 22, No. 5
10mL
For Adults and children over 12 years of age: 1 spray into each nostril up to 3 times daily as needed. Do not use more often than every 8-10 hours. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
To avoid possible spread of infection, the spray should only be used by one person.
1. Clear your nose.
2. Remove protective cap.
3. Before using for the first time, prime the pump by actuating 4 times. If the product has not been used for longer than 7 days, the
pump will need to be reprimed with 4 actuations. If the full spray is not administered, the dose should not be repeated. Be careful not to spray in the eyes or mouth.
4. Hold bottle upright with thumb under base and nozzle between two fingers.
5. Lean forward slightly and insert the nozzle into the nostril. Spray and breathe in gently through the nose at the same time.
6. Repeat with the other nostril.
7. Clean and dry the nozzle before replacing back the cap right after use.
Use Otrivin for:
Fast, temporary, relief of a blocked or runny nose caused by colds, flu, sinusitis, hay fever or other allergic rhinitis.
Who can use Otrivin:
Adults and children 12 years and over. Otrivin Junior is available for children aged 6-11 years.
Dosage:
- Adults and children 12 years and over: 1 spray into each nostril.
- Use up to 3 times daily, as necessary.
- Do not use more often than every 8-10 hours.
- Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
Do not use:
- If under 12 years.
- If you are allergic to Xylometazoline Xylometazoline or any other ingredients of this medicine.
- After recent operations through the nose or mouth.
- If you have narrow angle glaucoma.
- If you have inflammatory nasal dryness.
- If you are pregnant
- If irritation occurs, or if you have signs of allergy, discontinue use.
- If package use-by date has expired.
Ask your doctor before use:
- If you are breastfeeding
- If you have any other medical conditions.
- If you are taking other medicines.
- If you suffer from high blood pressure.
- If you have heart disease.
- If you have an overactive thyroid.
- If you have diabetes.
- If you have phaeochromocytoma.
- If you have an enlarged prostate gland.
- If you are taking or have taken anti-depressants in the past 2 weeks.
Do not use if carton pack seals are missing or broken.
Do not use Otrivin:
- If under 12 years.
- If you are allergic to Xylometazoline or any other ingredients of this medicine.
- After recent operations through the nose or mouth. .
- If you have inflammatory nasal dryness.
- If you have narrow angle glaucoma
- If you are pregnant
- If irritation occurs, or if you have signs of allergy, discontinue use.
- If package use-by date has expired.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before use:
- If you are breast feeding
- If you have any other medical conditions.
- If you are taking other medicines.
- If you suffer from high blood pressure.
- If you have heart disease.
- If you have an overactive thyroid.
- If you have diabetes.
- If you have phaeochromocytoma.
- If you have an enlarged prostate gland.
- If you are taking or have taken anti-depressants in the past 2 weeks.
Keep out of reach of children.
-Do not use for more than 3 days at a time unless advised by a doctor or pharmacist. If congestion persists, seek medical advice.
- Each pack should be used by only one person, for reasons of hygiene.
- Do not use in or around eyes.
- If you use too much or in case of accidental ingestion, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
- Frequent or prolonged use may cause nasal congestion to recur or worsen.
- Contains benzalkonium chloride as a preservative.
- For Nasal Use Only.
Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 140 micrograms/spray (1 mg/mL).
Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 140 micrograms/spray (1 mg/mL).
Contains: Benzalkonium Chloride as a Preservative.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use.
Otrivin Adult Nasal Spray can be used by adults and children 12 years and older
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Otrivin
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