Otrivine is a nasal decongestant based on xylometazoline (0.5mg \/ ml). In the event of a blocked nose due to a cold or sinusitis, Otrivine 0.5mg \/ ml: \u2022 Clear the nose in a few minutes. \u2022 Relieves up to 10 hours. \u2022 Helps prevent irritation of the nasal mucosa. \u2022 For children from 2 to 12 years old. \u2022 Xylometazoline has no influence on the function of the ciliary epithelium.<\/p>\n
The presence of sorbitol and methylhydroxypropylcellulose as excipients in Otrivine may help prevent dryness of the nasal mucosa.<\/p>\n
Indication
\nnon-allergic rhinitis (head colds)
\nseasonal and non-seasonal allergic rhinitis
\nsinusitis (facilitates the elimination of secretions)
\notitis media (as an adjunct to nasopharyngeal decongestion)<\/p>\n
Short-term symptomatic treatment (maximum 3 to 5 days) of nasal congestion in certain conditions such as: – non-allergic rhinitis (head cold) – seasonal and non-seasonal allergic rhinitis – sinusitis (facilitates the elimination of secretions ) – otitis media (as an adjuvant for nasopharyngeal decongestion)<\/p>\n
The excipients sorbitol and methylhydroxypropylcellulose present in Otrivine can help prevent dryness of the nasal mucosa.<\/p>\n
Like all nasal preparations containing a vasoconstrictor, Otrivine cannot be used as maintenance treatment.<\/p>\n
Otrivine 0.5 mg \/ ml is intended for children from 2 to 12 years old inclusive.<\/p>\n
Use
\nChildren from 2 to 6 years old<\/p>\n
1 to 2 drops in each nostril, 1 to 3 times a day
\nMinimum interval between 2 applications: 8 to 10 hours<\/p>\n
Nasal use Otrivine 0.5 mg \/ ml solution for nasal instillation for children from 2 to 12 years:<\/p>\n
Children from 2 to 6 years old: under the supervision of parents. 1 to 2 drops, 1 to 3 times a day. Between 2 administrations, an interval of 8 to 10 hours must be observed. No more than 3 administrations per nostril per day.<\/p>\n
Children 6 to 12 years old: under parental supervision. 2 to 4 drops in each nostril, 2 to 3 times a day. Between 2 administrations, an interval of 8 to 10 hours must be observed. No more than 3 administrations per nostril per day.<\/p>\n
Using the nasal instillation solution: 1. Blow your nose. 2. Tilt your head as far back as possible – as far as is comfortable – or, if you are lying in a bed, let your head hang over the edge of the bed. 3. Administer the drops into each nostril and keep the head tilted back for a little while, so that the drops can be distributed throughout the nasal cavity. 4. Clean the dropper and allow it to dry before returning it to the bottle.<\/p>\n
To prevent possible spread of infection, the vial can only be used by 1 person.<\/p>\n
Composition
\nOtrivine, 0.5 mg \/ ml, solution: Xylometazoline hydrochloride 0.5 mg per ml (corresponding to 0.44 mg \/ ml xylometazoline). (12.5 \u00b5g of xylometazoline hydrochloride per drop, 40 drops per ml).<\/p>\n
Excipients with known effect: This medicinal product contains benzalkonium chloride as a preservative. This substance may be irritating and cause skin reactions.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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