OTRIVEN 0.1% nasal drops for adults and school dr., 10 ml

Information about Otriven 0.1% nasal drops

Otriven 0.1% nasal drops are a solution that contains the active ingredient xylometazoline hydrochloride.This product is available without a prescription and is used to reduce the swelling of the nasal mucosa in various forms of colds, including allergic rhinitis and paroxysmal runny nose.It also facilitates the drainage of secretions in cases of inflammation of the paranasal sinuses and catarrh of the tubal middle ear in connection with a runny nose.The nasal drops are suitable for adults and school children aged 12 and over.

Quick help for a stuffy nose

A runny nose can be accompanied by a runny or stuffy nose as well as sneezing fits and can often lead to accompanying symptoms such as headaches and fatigue.Otriven nasal drops help to reduce the swelling of the mucous membrane of the nose, facilitate the drainage of secretions and allow you to breathe freely again.This will help you quickly feel better if you have an acute cold.

Provides long-lasting and quick relief

The active ingredient xylometazoline has vasoconstricting properties that cause the nasal mucosa to swell and facilitate the drainage of secretions from the paranasal sinuses.The nasal drops can be used for colds or allergic rhinitis as well as for paroxysmal runny nose.They can also be used for catarrh of the tubal middle ear in conjunction with a cold.

Your advantages

Otriven nasal drops provide quick relief from nasal congestion.The dosing pipette enables precise dosing.Breathing becomes easier and the effect lasts for several hours.

Application of Otriven nasal drops

Before use you should blow your nose thoroughly.Adults and children 12 years and older can apply 2-4 drops in each nostril up to three times daily.Keep your head leaned back and breathe in.Turn your head left and right so that the solution can spread well.The last application of the day should ideally be before going to bed.

Instructions for use

Do not use Otriven for longer than 7 days without consulting a doctor.Reapplication should only be carried out after a break of several days.Consult a doctor if you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients, suffer from chronic rhinitis or high blood pressure.If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should speak to a doctor before use.The long-term use of medications that decongest the mucous membranes can lead to chronic swelling and loss of the nasal mucosa.The product contains preservatives and can be used for 4 weeks after opening.

Areas of application

Otriven 0.1% nasal drops are used for colds, runny nose, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis and tubal catarrh in connection with a cold.They help to reduce the swelling of the nasal mucosa and facilitate the drainage of secretions, so that you can breathe more freely through your nose again.The drops are suitable for adults and school children.

Mode of action

The active ingredient xylometazoline hydrochloride in Otriven nasal drops contracts the dilated veins of the mucous membrane of the nose and eyeballs.This reduces the excessive blood flow, the mucous membrane swells and you can breathe more freely again.In addition, eye irritation is reduced.

Active ingredients and ingredients

1 ml of Otriven nasal drops contains 1 mg xylometazoline hydrochloride.The excipients included are purified water, sorbitol 70, sodium dihydrogen phosphate-2-water, hypromellose, sodium chloride, disodium hydrogen phosphate-12-water, disodium edetate-2-water and benzalkonium chloride.

Contraindications

Otriven nasal drops should not be used if you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients, in children under 6 years of age, after brain surgery, in angle-closure glaucoma, dry nasal mucosa with crust formation or chronic damage to the nasal mucosa.If you have cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, pheochromocytoma, prostate enlargement, porphyria, diabetes mellitus or hyperthyroidism, a doctor should be consulted before use.Its use is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Dosage

Adults and children 12 years and older can use 2-4 drops in each nostril up to three times daily.The nose should be cleaned by blowing the nose vigorously before use.The head should be leaned back during application, and after instillation the head should be turned to the right and left so that the solution is well distributed.The duration of use should not exceed 7 days.

Intake

Drip the medicine into your nose with your head bent back.It is recommended to blow your nose thoroughly before use.The last application of each treatment day should ideally be before going to bed.

Patient information

Prolonged or frequent use and higher doses of xylometazoline hydrochloride may cause burning or dryness of the nasal mucosa.This can occur after just 5 days of treatment and, after continued use, can cause permanent damage to the mucous membrane with crust formation.Xylometazoline hydrochloride nasal spray should therefore not be used for longer than 5 days unless directed by a doctor.Reapplication should only be carried out after a break of several days.The doctor should always be consulted about the duration of use in children.

Pregnancy

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, you should only take medication after consulting your doctor or pharmacist.Since there are only insufficient studies on the possible effects of xylometazoline hydrochloride on the unborn child and side effects in the mother's organism cannot be ruled out, xylometazoline hydrochloride should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.It should not be used during breastfeeding as it is not known whether the active ingredient passes into breast milk.

Notes

For hygienic reasons and to avoid the transmission of pathogenic microorganisms, it is recommended that a bottle of Otriven nasal drops is only used by one and the same person.Long-term use of nasal drops should only be carried out under medical supervision.For information about risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Other

Long-term use of mucosal decongestant cold medicines can lead to chronic swelling and ultimately loss of the nasal mucosa.The doctor should always be consulted about the duration of use in children.With prolonged use or higher doses, the agent can have an effect on the heart, circulatory system and nervous system.In these cases, the ability to drive a motor vehicle and operate machines may be impaired.For hygienic reasons and to avoid infections, it should be noted that the medicine may only be used by one and the same person.