Otrivin 0.05 % - nasal drops

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Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops are used for various types of colds in children between the ages of 2 and 12, under the supervision of an adult.

Application

What are Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops and what are they used for?

Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops are used for various types of colds in children between the ages of 2 and 12, under the supervision of an adult.
Otrivin contains the active ingredient xylometazoline. It quickly relieves nasal congestion and facilitates the drainage of secretions; this results in free nasal breathing.
Otrivin is used to treat nasal congestion caused by colds, hay fever, allergic rhinitis or sinusitis.
The effect of Otrivin begins within 2 minutes and lasts up to 12 hours. Otrivin, used in the nose, also supports the reduction of swelling of the mucous membrane in the nasopharyngeal space in the case of otitis media.
It can also be prescribed by your doctor to facilitate rhinoscopy (examination of the inside of the nose).
If you do not feel better or even worse after 1 week, contact your doctor.

How is it used?

What are Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops and what are they used for?

Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops are used for various types of colds in children between the ages of 2 and 12, under the supervision of an adult.

Otrivin contains the active ingredient xylometazoline. It quickly relieves nasal congestion and facilitates the drainage of secretions, this results in free nasal breathing.
Otrivin is used to treat nasal congestion caused by colds, hay fever, allergic rhinitis or sinusitis.

The effect of Otrivin begins within 2 minutes and lasts up to 12 hours. Otrivin, used in the nose, also supports the reduction of swelling of the mucous membrane in the nasopharyngeal space in the case of otitis media.
It can also be prescribed by your doctor to facilitate rhinoscopy (examination of the inside of the nose).

If you do not feel better or even worse after 1 week, contact your doctor.

What should you consider before taking it?

What should you consider before using Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops?

Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops must not be used,
- if your child is allergic to xylometazoline hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine listed in section 6.
- in the case of dry rhinitis.
- in the case of chronic rhinitis, which has led to a thinning of the nasal mucosa.
- after operations in the nose and ear area (removal of the pituitary gland or surgical interventions in which the meninges have been exposed), Otrivin, like other decongestants, must not be used.
- if MAO inhibitors (medicines for depression) are being taken at the same time, even within the last 14 days.
- in the case of glaucoma (narrow-angle glaucoma).
- in newborns, infants and toddlers under 2 years of age.

Inform your doctor or pharmacist if any of the above applies to you as Otrivin is not suitable under these circumstances.

Warnings and precautions
Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops.

Special care must be taken when using Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops
- in the case of high blood pressure,
- in the case of coronary heart disease (e.g. angina pectoris),
- in the case of an enlarged prostate,
- in the case of certain metabolic disorders, such as diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland) or porphyria (disorders of the red blood pigment),
- in the case of a tumor of the adrenal gland that produces large amounts of adrenaline and noradrenaline (pheochromocytoma),
- in the case of heart disease (e.g. Long-QT syndrome).

Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you:
- suffer from other illnesses or allergies,
- use/take other medicines, including those purchased without a prescription,
- are pregnant or breastfeeding.

If you experience the first signs of side effects, please talk to your doctor.

If the symptoms persist or if the expected success is not achieved within one week, medical advice is required as soon as possible.

If you react to medicines that have a stimulating effect on the nervous system (sympathomimetics) with signs of insomnia, dizziness, trembling, etc., you should only use Otrivin, like all preparations of the same active substance class, with caution.

With prolonged use, misuse of the medicine and overdose of nasal decongestants, it can lead (even after discontinuation) to:
- a medication-induced swelling of the nasal mucosa, a so-called rhinitis medicamentosa (the symptoms of which are very similar to those of a cold),
- drying out of the nasal mucosa (rhinitis sicca),
- swelling of the nasal mucosa as a counter-reaction after discontinuation or
- a decrease in effectiveness
can occur.

These reactions can in turn make nasal breathing difficult and lead to the incorrect continuous use of the medicine.

Otrivin is not intended for use in the eyes or mouth.

Do not exceed the recommended dose, especially in children.

Using Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops together with other medicines Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or using, have recently taken or used, or plan to take or use any other medicines.

Medicines that have a stimulating effect on the nervous system (sympathomimetics) taken at the same time can be increased in their effect, while those with the opposite effect can be weakened.

The effect of Otrivin on the entire organism can be increased by certain mood-elevating medicines (MAO inhibitors also within the last 14 days, tri- or tetracyclic antidepressants), especially in the case of overdose.

If beta-blockers are taken at the same time, the amount of Otrivin should be kept as low as possible, as in very rare cases temporary shortness of breath due to narrowing of the lower respiratory tract and an increase in blood pressure can occur.

Therefore, tell your doctor or pharmacist which medicines you are taking or using at the same time as using Otrivin.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you suspect you may be pregnant or are planning to become pregnant, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.

As a precaution, Otrivin should not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to its vasoconstrictive properties.

Driving and operating machinery
Otrivin has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.

Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops contains benzalkonium chloride
This medicine contains 0.10 mg benzalkonium chloride per ml.
Benzalkonium chloride can cause irritation or swelling of the nasal mucosa, especially with prolonged use.

How is the medicine to be taken?

How should Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops be used?

Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or exactly as agreed with your doctor or pharmacist. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops are suitable for children between the ages of 2 and 12. For adolescents from 12 years of age and adults, other Otrivin preparations are available (Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Spray without preservatives, Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray, Otrivin 0.1% -
Nasal Gel).

Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops must not be used in newborns, infants and toddlers under
2 years of age.

Dosage:
Unless otherwise prescribed by your doctor:
Children from 2 to 6 years of age:
1 – 2 times, but no more than 3 times a day, 1 drop.

Children from 7 to 12 years of age:
1 – 2 times, but no more than 3 times a day, 1 – 2 drops.
Last application in the evening, generally shortly before going to bed.
In general, an interval of at least 8 hours should be maintained between two applications.

Use in children from 2 - 6 years of age may only be carried out on the express recommendation of a doctor.

Children under 2 years of age: see also "Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops must not be used"

In children, the application must be supervised by parents or adults.

Method of application:
- For nasal use.
- Clean the nose thoroughly (blow your nose) before use.
- Then tilt your head back and instill the drops into one nostril, closing the other nostril with your finger and inhaling quickly with your mouth closed.
- The procedure is repeated in the other nostril.

For hygienic reasons and to avoid infections, it is important to note that each dosing pipette should only be used by one and the same person.

Duration of treatment:
Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops must not be used for longer than 7 days, unless prescribed by a doctor.
After 1 week of treatment, a break of several days must be taken.

If you have used a larger amount of Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops than you should
In the case of overdose or accidental ingestion of the entire contents of the 10 ml bottle, acceleration and irregularity of the pulse, an increase in blood pressure, possible clouding of consciousness, convulsions, restlessness, insomnia, fatigue (drowsiness) and hallucinations can occur, especially in children.
If you experience such symptoms, consult a doctor immediately.
Further information for medical professionals can be found at the end of this package leaflet.

If you forget to use Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops
Do not use double the amount to make up for the forgotten application. Instead, continue the treatment as usual if necessary.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

What side effects are possible?

How should Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops be stored?

Do not store above 25 °C.
Store in the original package to protect the contents from light.

Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label/carton after "EXP". The expiry date refers to the last day of the month indicated.

Do not use for more than 1 month after first use.

Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist
how to dispose of the medicine when you no longer use it. You help to protect the
environment.

Special storage conditions

How should Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops be stored?

Do not store above 25 °C.
Store in the original package to protect the contents from light.

Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label/carton after "EXP". The expiry date refers to the last day of the month indicated.

Do not use for more than 1 month after first use.

Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist
how to dispose of the medicine when you no longer use it. You help to protect the
environment.

Special information on the content

Contents of the pack and further information

What Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops contain
The active ingredient is: Xylometazoline hydrochloride. 1 ml solution contains
0.5 mg xylometazoline hydrochloride.
The other ingredients are: Benzalkonium chloride, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, sodium monohydrogen phosphate dodecahydrate, sodium chloride, sodium edetate dihydrate, purified water
1 drop = approx. 0.023 ml solution

How Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops look like and contents of the pack
Nasal drops, solution
Clear, colorless to slightly yellowish solution, practically odorless

Pack size:
Brown glass bottle with white glass pipette and chlorobutyl rubber pipette bulb, polypropylene screw cap
Pack of 10 ml