INTRODUCTION ABOUT OTRIVIN PAEDIATRIC NASAL DROPS
Otrivin Paediatric Nasal Drops is a nasal decongestant used to relieve blocked nose in colds, perennial and allergic rhinitis (rapidly occurring inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes), hay fever, and sinusitis. It contains xylometazoline hydrochloride as an active ingredient that helps to reduce swelling and congestion.
Xylometazoline hydrochloride helps to quickly relieve a blocked nose and allow to breathe normally by helping to open up and clear the nasal passages by reducing the excessive nasal secretions and returning the swollen blood vessels to their normal size.
Always use Otrivin Paediatric Nasal Drops as directed by the physician. Do not exceed the recommended dosage. Do not use the drops for more than 10 consecutive days as prolonged use may lead to stiffness of the nose. It is not suitable for use in children below 1 year of age.
KEY COMPOSITION
- Xylometazoline Hydrochloride
Used to relieve blocked nose in conditions like
- Colds
- Perennial and allergic rhinitis including hay fever
- Sinusitis
SIDE EFFECTS OF OTRIVIN PAEDIATRIC NASAL DROPS
Otrivin Paediatric Nasal Drops may cause local burning sensation, irritation or dryness of nasal mucosa, nausea and headache in some children. Consult your doctor if you notice any such side effects while using it.
SAFETY ADVICE
- Always use Otrivin Paediatric Nasal Drops as directed by the physician
- Use 1-2 Otrivin Paediatric Nasal Drops per nostril once or twice daily (every 8 to 10 hours) for children 1-5 years of age
- The usual recommended dosage for children 6-11 years of age is 2 to 3 times per nostril daily or as advised by your doctor
- Gently clean your child’s nose
- Tilt your child’s head slightly back (as far as comfortable)
- Apply Otrivin Paediatric Nasal Drops very carefully into each nostril without touching the nose and keep the head tilted back for a short time to allow drops to spread out throughout the nose
