What is OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% nasal spray and what it is used
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray is indicated for the treatment of adults and children over 12 years.
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray is a nasal decongestant that quickly unclogs blocked nose.
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray contains essential oils cooling menthol and eucalyptol in addition to nasal decongestant.
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray quickly unblocks clogged your nose and allows you to breathe more easily.OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray is used to relieve nasal congestion caused by colds, hay fever or another allergic rhinitis, sinusitis.
The effect of OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray starts within a few minutes and lasts up to 12 hours. It is well tolerated even by patients with sensitive nasal mucosa.
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray may be used in inflammation of the ear to help otbabvaneto of nasopharyngeal mucosa covering the nasal passages and throat.
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray may be prescribed by your doctor if you are going to have the nasal cavity.
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray contains no preservatives, which minimizes the risk of allergies and irritation.
2. What you should know before using OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% nasal spray
Do not use OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray:
If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance ksilometazolinov hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray, listed at the end of this leaflet (see section 6);
If you have recently done surgery through the nose;
If you have narrow-angle glaucoma.
If there is any of the following, please tell your doctor or pharmacist for OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray is not suitable for you in these circumstances.
Take special care with OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray if you have any of the following diseases:
high blood pressure;
diseases of the cardiovascular system;
overactive thyroid;
diabetes.
If there is any of these diseases do not use OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray before you consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
Like other drugs decongestants (nasal decongestants) crisp MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray can cause sleep disturbances, dizziness and tremor world not in very sensitive patients. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms become troublesome.
Like other nasal decongestants crisp MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray should not be used for more than 10 consecutive days. Consult your doctor if symptoms persist. Prolonged or excessive use of the product may lead to re nasal congestion or degradation.
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray is not intended for use in eyes or mouth.
Do not exceed the recommended dose, especially in children and elderly patients.
children
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% nasal spray is not recommended to be used by children under 12 years.
Other medicines and OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray
You should not use OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray if you are taking certain medications to treat depression (monoamine oxidase inhibitors - MAOIs or tricyclic and tetracyclic antidepressants).
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Pregnancy and lactation
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray should not be used during pregnancy. If you are breastfeeding, OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray should be used only if recommended by your doctor.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.
Driving and using machines
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.
How to use OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray
Always OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray exactly as described in this leaflet or as you told your doctor or pharmacist. If you're not sure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray advised against use by children under 12 years of age.
The recommended dosage is as follows:
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray
Concentration Age Application
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray Adults and children over 12 years 1 spray in each nostril 3 times daily. Do not exceed the maximum of 3 sprays in each nostril daily.
Blow your nose.
Remove the protective cap.
Before first use of OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray perform four inflated to the advent of spray into the air. Then the pump will remain normally loaded during daily applications. If the spray does not dissipate during the initial activation, you will need to repeat the initial number inflated. Be very careful not to spray in the eyes or mouth.
Hold the bottle upright by placing the thumb at its base and tip fingers.
Lean slightly forward and insert the nozzle into your nostril.
Press and simultaneously inhale gently through the nose.
Repeat for the other nostril.
Clean and dry the mouthpiece before putting the cap immediately after use. In order to avoid possible spread of infection,OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray should only be used by one patient.
If you use more than the amount of OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray
If you accidentally take too much OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray, or in case of accidental ingestion, immediately contact your doctor or pharmacist.
If you forget to use OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray
Do not take a double dose to make up the missed dose.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines,OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% nasal spray can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Stop using OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray and seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following symptoms which may be an allergic reaction:
difficulty breathing or swallowing;
swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat;
severe itching of the skin, red rash or severe edema.
Common side effects (may affect between 1 and 10 in every 100 patients):
Dryness or irritation of the nasal mucosa, nausea, headache, burning sensation at the application site.
Very rare side effects (may affect less than 1 in 10,000 patients):
Allergic reactions (rash, pruritus), blurred vision, irregular or fast heartbeat.
If any of the side effects gets serious, or you notice other effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. How to store OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray after the expiry date stated on the packaging. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Store in the original container.
Do not store above 25 ° C
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer use. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. Contents of the pack and other information
What OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray
The active substance of OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray is ksilometazolinov hydrochloride. Each ml contains 1 mg ksilometazolinov hydrochloride.
The other ingredients are sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, disodium phosphate dodecahydrate, sodium chloride, disodium edetate, levomenthol, cineole, sorbitol, makrogolglitserolov hydroxystearate (Cremophor RH 40), purified water.
Looks OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal spray and contents of the pack
OTRIVIN MENTHOL 0.1% Nasal Spray is a nasal metered dose spray containing white solution with menthol and eucalyptus flavor in a vial with a pump, delivering just the right amount of product.
The package is 10 ml.