Otrivin O 0.05% Nasal Spray
About Otrivin O 0.05% Nasal Spray
Otrivin O 0.05% Nasal Spray is used to treat any blockage of the nasal tract caused due to sinus infections, hay fever, and other allergic reactions in the upper respiratory tract like common cold. It is meant either to be administered orally or for topical application, and comes in the form of nasal drops, nasal sprays, tablets and syrups. The drug belongs to a class of medicines known as decongestants. It functions by constricting the blood vessels, resulting in the shrinking of congested and swollen nasal tissues. This leads to relief from congestion, improved breathing through the nose and better drainage of mucus. Nasal drops and nasal sprays have been found to act faster on the affected region than tablets and syrups.
You are strongly advised against using this medication if you are allergic to any of its components and / or if you are taking any other medicine containing an inhibitor of monoamine oxidase, or furazolidone. Do not take more than 2 doses every 24 hours. Every dose may consist of 2 to 3 sprays. You are advised to avoid using this medicine if you are a pregnant or a lactating woman. This drug could possibly cause high blood pressure and increased heartbeat.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a ENT Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Otrivin O 0.05% Nasal Spray ?
Dryness
Irritation
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a ENT Specialist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Otrivin O 0.05% Nasal Spray
Is It safe with alcohol?
No interaction found
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a ENT Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Otrivin O 0.05% Nasal Spray ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Otrivin O 0.05% Nasal Spray , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Naselin Nasal Spray
Cipla Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a ENT Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose of Oxymetazoline (topical), skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a ENT Specialist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
Otrivin O 0.05% Nasal Spray is an antimuscarinic drug used to treat gastrointestinal muscle spasms . It works by blocking the activity of the muscarinic acetylcholine receptors that control the smooth muscles apart from affecting these muscles directly as a musculotropic.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a ENT Specialist before using this medicine.
References
Oxymetazoline-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/oxymetazoline
Oxymetazoline-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:
https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00935
Oxymetazoline drop,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=Oxymetazoline
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