Dosage & Administration
Adults: Xylometazoline 0.1%: 2 or 3 drops in each nostril two to three times daily. Xylometazoline 0.1% should not be used for children under the age of 12 years. Children 6 to 12 years of age: Xylometazoline 0.05%: 2 or 3 drops in each nostril two or three times daily. Children less than 6 years of age: Xylometazoline 0.05%: 1 drop in each nostril two or three times daily. Infants less than 3 months: Not to be used in infants less than 3 months.
Interaction
There have been no documented medication interactions.
Contraindications
Xylose oxazoline nasal drops should not be used in patients undergoing transsphenoidal hypophysectomy or exposure of the dura mater. It is also contraindicated in patients allergic to trichoderma. Each xylazoline nasal drop can only be used by one person to prevent any cross infection. Patients are advised not to take decongestants continuously for more than 7 days.
Side Effects
The following adverse effects have been reported on occasion:
In the nose and throat, there is a burning sensation.
Irritation on the spot
Nausea and nasal mucosa that is dry.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category C. Xerozoline should not be used during pregnancy. The use of Otrivin during breastfeeding should only be done under the supervision of a doctor.
Precautions & Warnings
Children under the age of 12 should not be given Xylometazoline Hydrochloride nasal drops (0.1 percent). In situations of chronic rhinitis, drops should not be administered for an extended period of time. Use of the drops for an extended period of time may result in rebound congestion and drug-induced rhinitis.
Therapeutic Class
Nasal Anti-histamine preparations.
Storage Conditions
Protect yourself from the sun. Do not use the bottle for more than 28 days after opening it for hygiene concerns.