All Details About Otrivin Oxy Fast Relief Adult Nasal Spray
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Otrivin Oxy Fast Relief Adult Nasal Spray
Description:
Otrivin Oxy Fast Relief Adult Nasal Spray, 10 ml belongs to the class of medications called nasal decongestants primarily used to treat nasal congestion (stuffy nose) caused by hay fever (allergic rhinitis), common colds, flu, sinusitis, or other allergic sinusitis. Nasal congestion also known as stuffy nose occurs when nasal passages become swollen with excess mucus and fluid.
Uses:
Otrivin Oxy Fast Relief Adult Nasal Spray, 10 ml contains Oxymetazoline, a nasal decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels in the linings of nasal passages. Thus, Otrivin Oxy Fast Relief Adult Nasal Spray, 10 ml provides relief from congestion and decreases mucus production.
Directions For Use:
Use Otrivin Oxy Fast Relief Adult Nasal Spray, 10 ml as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before using Otrivin Oxy Fast Relief Adult Nasal Spray, 10 ml. Nasal spray: Insert the tip of the bottle into a nostril while closing the other nostril and spray towards the sides of the nostril. Keep your head straight and breathe gently. Repeat the same process for another nostril. Nasal drops: Tilt your head back, hold the dropper over the dose, and apply the prescribed number of drops to the nose. Bend your head slightly forward and move it gently left and right. Avoid sneezing or blowing your nose for at least a few minutes after using the drops.
Side Effects:
- Irritation or dryness of the nasal mucosa (tissue lining nasal cavity)
- Local burning sensation
- Headache
- Nausea
Warning & Precautions:
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Otrivin Oxy Fast Relief Adult Nasal Spray, 10 ml or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before using Otrivin Oxy Fast Relief Adult Nasal Spray, 10 ml. Otrivin Oxy Fast Relief Adult Nasal Spray, 10 ml is not recommended for children unless prescribed by a doctor.
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