Otrivin Measured Dose Pump

Uses of Otrivin Measured Dose Pump 0.1%

Otrivin Measured Dose Pump 0.1% is a nasal spray that relieves nasal congestion. This nasal spray improves nasal airflow within 2 minutes. It can last up to 10 hours, providing immediate comfort and relief to clogged nasal passages.

Otrivin Measured Dose Pump 0.1% contains the active ingredient – Xylometazoline Hydrochloride. It unblocks the nose by lessening the swelling and inflammation of the mucosa. It also treats allergic rhinitis and sinusitis.

Warnings and Precautions

Administer Otrivin Measured Dose Pump 0.1% only to adults and children over 12 years old. Avoid using this medication for more than seven consecutive days. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, this medication may not be safe for your condition. Ask your healthcare professional if Otrivin is safe to use during pregnancy.

Before using this nasal spray, tell your healthcare professional if you have the following conditions:

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Heart disease
• Diabetes
• Enlarged prostate
• Thyroid
• Benign tumour

Avoid using Otrivin if you are allergic to Xylometazoline. If you have had recent nasal surgery, this medication can cause complications, so do not use it and opt for another alternative.

Directions of Use

The recommended usage for Otrivin Measured Dose Pump 0.1% is one spray in each nostril up to three times daily. Here are the steps on how to properly use this nasal spray:

• Clear your nose.
• Lean on your back and insert the nozzle into one of your nostrils.
• Spray smoothly on your nose.
• Do not forget to breathe in when spraying.
• Do the same process on the other nostril.

Side Effects

Learn the side effects of Otrivin Measured Dose Pump 0.1% before using it. We listed the most common and severe adverse reactions to this nasal spray. Consider the following:

Common side effects:

• Burning sensation of the nose
• Dryness inside the nose
• Runny nose

Severe side effects:

• Blurry vision
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fast heartbeat
• Lightheadedness
• Shortness of breath
• Worsened colds