Otrivin 0,1 % - nasal gel

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Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel is used for various types of colds in adolescents from 12 years of age and adults.

Application

What is Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel and what is it used for?

Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel is used for various types of colds in adolescents from
12 years of age and adults.
Otrivin contains the active ingredient xylometazoline. It quickly relieves a blocked nose and facilitates the drainage of secretions; this results in free breathing through the nose.
Otrivin is used to treat a blocked nose 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.
Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel is also particularly suitable for facilitating nasal breathing during the night. Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel is therefore also particularly suitable for treating colds with crust formation.

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

How is it used?

What is Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel and what is it used for?

Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel is used for various types of colds in adolescents from
12 years of age and adults.

Otrivin contains the active ingredient xylometazoline. It quickly relieves a blocked nose and facilitates the drainage of secretions, this results in free breathing through the nose.
Otrivin is used to treat a blocked nose 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.
Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel is also particularly suitable for facilitating nasal breathing during the night. Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel is therefore also particularly suitable for treating colds with crust formation.

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 0.1 % - Nasal Gel?

Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel must not be used,
- if you or your child are allergic to xylometazoline hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients
listed in
section 6. of this medicine.
- in the case of a dry cold.
- 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 were exposed) Otrivin, like other decongestants, must not be used.
- if taken at the same time as MAO inhibitors (medicines for depression), even within the last 14 days.
- in the case of glaucoma (narrow-angle glaucoma).
- in the case of newborns, infants, toddlers and children under 12 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 speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel.

Special care must be taken when using Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel
- 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 tumour of the adrenal gland, which produces large amounts of adrenaline and noradrenaline (phaeochromocytoma),
- 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 are currently breastfeeding.

If you experience the first signs of side effects, please speak 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 ingredient class, with caution.

In the case of 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 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
coming about.

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

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

Do not exceed the recommended dose, especially in adolescents and the elderly.

Using Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel together with other medicines
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking/using other medicines, have recently taken/used other medicines or intend to take/use other medicines.

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

The effect of Otrivin on the entire organism can be intensified 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 it can lead to temporary shortness of breath due to constriction of the lower respiratory tract and to an increase in blood pressure.

Therefore, tell your doctor or pharmacist which medicines you are taking/using in addition to using Otrivin.

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

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

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

Otrivin 0.1 % Nasal Gel contains benzalkonium chloride and macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate This medicine contains 0.20 mg benzalkonium chloride per g of gel.
Benzalkonium chloride can cause irritation or swelling of the nasal mucosa, especially with prolonged use.
Otrivin Nasal Gel contains macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate, which can cause skin irritation.

How is the medicine to be taken?

How is Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel to 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 0.1 % - Nasal Gel is suitable for adolescents from 12 years of age and adults. Other Otrivin preparations (Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Drops or Otrivin 0.05
% - Nasal Spray without preservatives) are available for children from 2 to 12 years of age.

Use in children and adolescents
Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel must not be used in newborns, infants, toddlers and children under 12 years of age.

Dosage:
Unless otherwise prescribed by your doctor:
Adolescents from 12 years of age and adults:
Insert one drop of gel as deeply as possible into each nostril 1 time, but no more than 3 times a day. 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.

In adolescents up to 14 years of age, the application should be supervised by parents or adults.


Method of application:
- For nasal use.
- Thoroughly clean the nose (blow your nose) before use.
- Then tilt your head back and insert the gel into one nostril, closing the other nostril with your finger and inhaling quickly with your mouth closed.
- The process is repeated in the other nostril.

For hygienic reasons and to avoid infections, it is important to note that each dosage unit may only be used by one and the same person.

Duration of treatment:
Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel 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 more Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel than you should In the case of overdose or accidental ingestion of the entire contents of the 10 ml tube, it can lead to an acceleration and irregularity of the pulse, an increase in blood pressure, possible loss of consciousness, cramps, restlessness, insomnia, tiredness (drowsiness) and hallucinations, 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 0.1 % - Nasal Gel
Do not use double the amount if you have forgotten the previous 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 is Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel to be stored?

Do not store above 25 °C.
Store in the original packaging in order 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 longer 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 can help to protect the environment.

Special storage conditions

How is Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel to be stored?

Do not store above 30 °C.
Store in the original packaging in order 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 longer 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 can help to protect the environment.

Special information on the contents

Contents of the pack and further information

What Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel contains
- The active ingredient is: Xylometazoline hydrochloride. 1 g of gel contains 1 mg of xylometazoline hydrochloride.
- The other ingredients are: Benzalkonium chloride, macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate, hypromellose [4000 cps], flavouring, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, sodium monohydrogen phosphate dodecahydrate, sodium chloride, sodium edetate dihydrate, sorbitol solution 70 %, purified water
1 drop = approx. 30 mg of gel

What Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel looks like and contents of the pack
Nasal gel
Clear, colourless, homogeneous gel with a slight smell of menthol and eucalyptus

Pack size:
Aluminium tube (with inner protective coating) with white cannula and screw cap made of polyethylene.
Pack of 10 g