Otrivin 0,05 % - Nasal spray without preservatives

Otrivin 0.05 % Nasal Spray without preservatives is used for various types of rhinitis in children in the age group 2 to 12 years, under adult supervision.

Application

What is Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative and what is it used for?

Otrivin 0.05 % Nasal Spray without Preservative is used for rhinitis of various kinds in children in the age group from 2 to 12 years, under adult supervision.
Otrivin contains the active ingredient xylometazoline. It quickly unblocks 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.
Otrivin starts working within 2 minutes and lasts for up to 12 hours.
Otrivin, applied to the nose, also helps to reduce swelling of the mucous membranes in the nasopharynx during middle ear infections.
It may also be prescribed to facilitate rhinoscopy (examination of the inside of the nose) by your doctor.
Using Otrivin without preservatives may reduce the risk of allergies and intolerances due to certain preservatives (e.g. benzalkonium chloride) in patients sensitive to them.

If you do not feel better after 1 week, contact your doctor.benzalkonium chloride) in patients who are sensitive to them.

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

How is it applied?

What is Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative and what is it used for?

Otrivin 0.05 % nasal spray without preservatives is used for various types of rhinitis in children in the age group from 2 to 12 years, under adult supervision.

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. Otrivin, applied in the nose, also supports the swelling of the mucous membranes in the nasopharynx in cases of middle ear infection.
It may also be prescribed to facilitate rhinoscopy (examination of the inside of the nose) by your doctor.

The use of Otrivin without preservatives can reduce the risk of allergies and intolerances due to certain preservatives (e.g. benzalkonium chloride) in patients who are sensitive to them.

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 0.05 % - Nasal Spray?
Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative 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.
- 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 and young children under 2 years of age.

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 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservatives.

Particular caution is required when using Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative
- in cases of high blood pressure,
- in diseases of the coronary vessels (e.g. angina pectoris. 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.

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 in children.

Use of Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative together with
other medicines
.Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking/using, have recently taken/used or intend to 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 reduced.

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 machinery
Otrivin has no or negligible effect on driving and ability to operate machinery.

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How should the medicine be taken?

How to use Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservatives?

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 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservatives is suitable for children in the age group from 2 to
12 years. For adolescents aged 12 years and over and adults, other Otrivin
preparations are available (Otrivin 0.1% nasal spray without preservative, Otrivin Menthol 0.1% nasal spray, Otrivin 0.1% nasal gel).

Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative must not be used in newborn babies, infants and young children under 2 years of age.

Dosage:
Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor:
Children from 2 to 12 years:
1 time, but not more than 3 times daily 1 spray into 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.

Use in children aged 2 - 6 years only on the express recommendation of a doctor.

Children under 2 years of age: see also "Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal spray without preservative must not be used"

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

Type of application:

- For nasal use.
- Thoroughly cleanse the nose (blowing) before use.
- Remove the protective cap.



- Do not cut off the tip. The dosing spray is ready for use.

- Before the first use, the pump must be filled by pumping 4 times. Once filled, the pump generally remains ready for use with regular daily use. If the spray does not spray completely during the entire spraying process, or if the medicine has not been used for more than 7 days, the pump must be filled again with 2 pumping processes as at the beginning. Caution: Do not spray in the eyes or mouth.

- Hold the bottle upright between two fingers.

Inhale lightly through the nose during spraying.
- Insert spray orifice into one nostril and pump (pull back the spray attachment before releasing pressure).


- Replace 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 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative 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 0.05 % Nasal Spray without Preservative than you should
In the event of an overdose or accidental ingestion of even the total contents of the 10 ml vial, it may cause an acceleration and irregularity of the pulse, a rise in blood pressure, possible clouding of consciousness, convulsions, restlessness, sleepiness, fatigue (especially in children).
In case of overdose or accidental ingestion of even the entire contents of the 10 ml 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 forget to use Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative
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 should Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservatives be stored?

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 12 months 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 should Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative be stored?

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 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative contains
The active substance is: xylometazoline hydrochloride. 1 ml solution contains
0.5 mg xylometazoline hydrochloride.
The other ingredients are: Sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, sodium monohydrogen phosphate dodecahydrate, sodium chloride, sodium edetate dihydrate, purified water
1 spray = 0.07 ml solution

.What Otrivin 0.05 % - Nasal Spray without Preservative looks like and contents of the pack Nasal Spray, Solution
Clear, colourless to slightly yellow solution, practically odourless

Pack size:
Plastic bottle, spray attachment and riser tube made of plastic
Pack of 10 ml

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