Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.05% Nasal prep

Indications

Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.05% Nasal prep is used for: Sinusitis, Nasal congestion, Seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis

Adult Dose

Child Dose

Children under 12 yrs : 1 or 2 drops children's formula (0.05%) in each nostril 1-2 times daily. Nasal spray: 1-2 sprays each nostril 3 times daily. Not to be used in infants less than 3 months.

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

Contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any ingredients of the preparation.

Precautions

The prolonged use or abuse of decongestants in general may lead to rebound congestion or drug induced rhinitis.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: not known if excreted in breast milk

Interactions

Increased heart rate or BP with sibutramine. Potentially Fatal: Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs.

Side Effects

Side effects of Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.05% Nasal prep : Anxiety, Dizzy, Tremor, Overuse may cause rebound congestion, Topical products may cause local side effects such as nasal burning, stinging, dryness.

Mode of Action

Xylometazoline is a direct-acting sympathomimetic which has a vasoconstrictor effect by reducing swelling and congestion when applied to mucous membranes.