Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - nasal spray

Otrivin Menthol 0.1 % - Nasal Spray is used for various types of colds in adolescents aged 12 and over and adults.

Application

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

Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray is used for various types of colds in adolescents aged 12 and over and adults.
Otrivin contains the active ingredient xylometazoline. It quickly clears the blocked nose and facilitates the drainage of secretions; this causes free breathing through the nose.
Otrivin is used to treat nasal congestion caused by colds, hay fever, allergic rhinitis or sinusitis.
The effect of Otrivin starts within 2 minutes and lasts for up to 12 hours.
The aromatic substances menthol and eucalyptol (= cineol) have a cooling effect and additionally facilitate nasal breathing especially during the night.

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

How is it applied?

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

Otrivin Menthol 0.1 % - Nasal Spray is used for various types of rhinitis in adolescents aged 12 and over and adults.

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

The effect of Otrivin starts within 2 minutes and lasts for up to 12 hours.
The aromatic substances menthol and eucalyptol (= cineole) have a cooling effect and also facilitate nasal breathing, especially during the night.

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

What should you pay attention to before taking it?

What should you be aware of before using Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray?
Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray must not be used,

- if you or your child are allergic to xylometazoline hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine listed in section 6.
- for a dry cold.
- for chronic rhinitis that has led to thinning of the nasal mucosa.
- After operations in the nose and ear area (removal of the pituitary gland or surgical procedures in which the meninges have been exposed), Otrivin, like other mucous membrane decongestants, must not be used.
- if MAO inhibitors (medicines for depression) are taken at the same time, also within the last 14 days.
- for glaucoma (narrow-angle glaucoma).
- in newborns, infants, toddlers and children under 12 years of age.
- in patients with bronchial asthma or other respiratory diseases associated with marked hypersensitivity of the airways. Inhalation of Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray can cause shortness of breath or trigger an asthma attack.

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

Warnings and precautions
Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray.

Particular caution is required when using Otrivin Menthol 0.1 % - Nasal Spray
- in the case of high blood pressure,
- in the case of coronary artery disease (e.g. angina pectoris,
- in the case of prostate enlargement,
- in the case of certain metabolic disorders such as diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism. in certain metabolic disorders, such as diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism or porphyria (disorders of the red blood pigment).(disorders of the red blood pigment),
- in the case of a tumour of the adrenal gland which produces large amounts of adrenaline and noradrenaline (pheochromocytoma),
- in the case of heart diseases (e.g. long QT syndrome).e.g. long QT syndrome).

Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you:
- suffer from other diseases or allergies,
- use/take other medicines, including those you have bought yourself,
- are pregnant or currently breast-feeding.

At the first sign of side effects, please talk to your doctor.

If the symptoms persist or if the expected effect of the application does not occur 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 use Otrivin, like all preparations of the same class of active substance, only with caution.

For rhinitis with crust formation, Otrivin 0.1 % - Nasal Gel is preferable.

Prolonged use, misuse of the medicinal product and overdosage of nasal decongestants may (even after discontinuation) lead to:
- swelling of the nasal mucosa due to medication, a so-called rhinitis medicamentosa (which is very similar in its symptoms to a cold),
- drying of the nasal mucosa (rhinitis sicca),
- swelling of the nasal mucosa as a counter-reaction after discontinuation or
- reduction of the effectiveness of the medication.
- decrease in effectiveness
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These reactions can in turn make nasal breathing difficult and lead to incorrect continuous use of the medicine.

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

Do not exceed the recommended dose, especially for young people and the elderly.

Use of Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray with other medicines Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking/using, have recently taken/used or might take/use any other medicines.

The effect of medicines taken at the same time which have a stimulating effect on the nervous system (sympathomimetics) may be increased, while those with the opposite effect may be weakened.

The effect of Otrivin on the whole organism can be increased by certain mood-lifting 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 constriction of the lower airways and an increase in blood pressure may occur.

Therefore, tell your doctor or pharmacist which medicines you are taking/using at the same time as using Otrivin.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you suspect you may be pregnant or intend to become pregnant, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.

As a precautionary measure, Otrivin should not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding because of its vasoconstrictive properties.

Driving and ability to operate machines
Otrivin has no or negligible effect on the ability to drive and operate machines.

Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray contains benzalkonium chloride
This medicinal product contains 0.10 mg of benzalkonium chloride per ml.
Benzalkonium chloride can cause irritation or swelling of the nasal mucosa, especially with prolonged use.

How should the medicine be taken?

How to use Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray?

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

Otrivin Menthol 0.1 % - Nasal Spray is suitable for adolescents aged 12 and over and adults. For children aged 2 to 12 years, other Otrivin preparations are available (Otrivin 0.05% nasal drops or Otrivin 0.05% nasal spray without preservatives).

Children and adolescents
Otrivin Menthol 0.1 % - Nasal Spray must not be used in newborn babies, infants, toddlers and children under 12 years of age.

Dosage:
Unless otherwise prescribed by a doctor:
Adolescents from 12 years and adults:
1 time, but not more than 3 times daily 1 - 2 sprays in each nostril.
Last application in the evening, generally just before going to bed.
In general, an interval of at least 8 hours should be observed between two applications.

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

Type of application:
- For nasal application.
- Thoroughly cleanse the nose (blowing) before use.
- Before using the dosing spray for the first time: Remove the protective cap and press down the white cap several times until the first spray is delivered. The spray is now ready for any further application.
- Insert the spray nozzle into one nostril and pump (pull back the spray nozzle before releasing the pressure). Inhale lightly through the nose during the spraying process.
- Replace the protective cap.

For hygienic reasons and to avoid infections, it is pointed out that each dosing spray may only be used by one and the same person.

Duration of treatment:
Otrivin Menthol 0.1 % - Nasal Spray must not be used for longer than 7 days unless ordered 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 Menthol 0.1 % Nasal Spray than you should
In the event of an overdose or accidental ingestion of even the total contents of the vial, this may cause an acceleration and irregularity of the pulse (increase in blood pressure).
In case of overdose or accidental ingestion of the entire contents of the vial, acceleration and irregularity of the pulse, increase in blood pressure, possible clouding of consciousness, convulsions, restlessness, insomnia, tiredness (drowsiness) and hallucinations may occur, especially in children.
If you notice any of these signs, consult a doctor immediately.
More information for healthcare professionals can be found at the end of this Use Information leaflet.

If you have forgotten to use Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray
Do not use twice the amount if you have forgotten to use it before.
Instead, continue treatment as usual if necessary.

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

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What are the possible side effects?

How to store Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray?

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

Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

You must not use this medicinal product after the expiry date which is stated on the label/carton after "Use by:". 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 waste water or household waste. Ask your pharmacist
how to dispose of the medicine when you stop using it. In doing so, they contribute to the protection of the environment.

Special instructions for storage

How to store Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray?

Do not store above 25 °C.
Store in the original packaging 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 ,,Use by:". The expiry date refers to the last day of the month indicated.
Do not use more than 1 month after first use.

Do not dispose of medicines in waste water or household waste. Ask your pharmacist
how to dispose of the medicine when you stop using it. In doing so, they contribute to the protection of the environment.

Special notes on the content

Contents of the pack and further information
What Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray contains
The active substance is: xylometazoline hydrochloride. 1 ml solution contains 1 mg xylometazoline hydrochloride. The other ingredients are: Benzalkonium chloride, cineol, menthol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, sodium monohydrogen phosphate dodecahydrate, sodium chloride, sodium edetate dihydrate, sorbitol, macrogol glycerol hydroxystearate, purified water
1 spray = 0.07 ml solution

.How Otrivin Menthol 0.1% - Nasal Spray looks like and contents of the pack
Nasal spray, solution
.Clear, colourless to slightly opalescent solution with a menthol and eucalyptus odour

Pack sizes:
Brown glass vial with spray pump and a protective cap.
Packs of 10, 15 ml.

Not all pack sizes may be placed on the market.