Otricus 0.1% Nasal Drops
Product Info
| Prescription required | No |
| Marketer | Zencus Pharma |
| Active Ingredient | Xylometazoline (0.1% w/v) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Phenylpropane Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Sympthatomimmetics- alpha 1 (Nasal) |
| User Rating | 4.6 |
| User Reviews | 568 |
FAQ
What should I do if I forget to use Otricus 0.1% Nasal?
If you forget to use Otricus 0.1% Nasal, do not worry and continue using Otricus 0.1% Nasal as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure or have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
What is Otricus 0.1% Nasal used for?
Otricus 0.1% Nasal is used for the treatment of allergic conditions that cause runny nose or stuffy nose, sneezing and inflammation of the sinuses.
Is Otricus 0.1% Nasal effective?
Otricus 0.1% Nasal is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Otricus 0.1% Nasal too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Is Otricus 0.1% Nasal safe?
Otricus 0.1% Nasal is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
What should I know before using Otricus 0.1% Nasal?
Before using Otricus 0.1% Nasal, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Otricus 0.1% Nasal or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have or ever had any problems related to your eyes. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.
What if you forget to take Otricus Nasal Drops?
If you miss a dose of Otricus 0.1% Nasal, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Otricus 0.1% Nasal Drops Reviews
Otricus 0.1% Nasal is a medicine used to treat nasal congestion (blocked nose) caused by the common cold or flu, hay fever, and other allergies. It shrinks blood vessels in your nose to relieve nasal congestion and blockage.
Otricus 0.1% Nasal should be used as you have been advised by your doctor. It provides only temporary relief so do not use it more often or for longer than recommended. Normally you should blow your nose gently before using it, keep one nostril closed while applying the medicine into the other, and then sniff hard to make sure it reaches deep into the nose. Then repeat for the other nostril. It provides relief very quickly and can last for several hours. If you use this medicine too often or for too long, it may worsen your symptoms rather than improve them.
The most common side effects are burning sensation in the nose and throat, local irritation, nausea, headache, and dry nose. These are usually mild but if they bother you or do not go away, your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
It is generally a safe medicine but, before taking it, talk to your doctor about any health problems you have such as heart problems or high blood pressure (hypertension) or overactive thyroid gland or glaucoma, or prostate enlargement. Let your doctor know about any other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Otricus 0.1% Nasal should be used as you have been advised by your doctor. It provides only temporary relief so do not use it more often or for longer than recommended. Normally you should blow your nose gently before using it, keep one nostril closed while applying the medicine into the other, and then sniff hard to make sure it reaches deep into the nose. Then repeat for the other nostril. It provides relief very quickly and can last for several hours. If you use this medicine too often or for too long, it may worsen your symptoms rather than improve them.
The most common side effects are burning sensation in the nose and throat, local irritation, nausea, headache, and dry nose. These are usually mild but if they bother you or do not go away, your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
It is generally a safe medicine but, before taking it, talk to your doctor about any health problems you have such as heart problems or high blood pressure (hypertension) or overactive thyroid gland or glaucoma, or prostate enlargement. Let your doctor know about any other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How Otricus 0.1% Nasal Drops Works
Otricus 0.1% Nasal is a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the small blood vessels in the inner surface of the nose. This provides temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
How to Use Otricus 0.1% Nasal Drops
Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Tilt your head as far back as possible and hold the dropper close to the nose without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine in the nose. Bend your head forward for a few minutes.
Benefits of Otricus 0.1% Nasal Drops
- In Nasal congestion (blocked nose): Otricus 0.1% Nasal shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief from nasal congestion that lasts for several hours. It is a safe medicine that can be used to treat congestion caused by colds or allergies such as hay fever. It should be used as prescribed and should not be taken for more than seven days in a row (preferably less). Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
Uses of Otricus 0.1% Nasal Drops
- Nasal congestion (blocked nose)
Otricus 0.1% Nasal Drops Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Otricus 0.1% Nasal is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Otricus 0.1% Nasal may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril.
- Otricus 0.1% Nasal works right away and each dose provides relief for up to 12 hours.
- Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose.
- Avoid deep breathing as it will cause medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective.
- Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine.
- Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril.
- Shake the bottle before using the medicine.
- Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs.
- Otricus 0.1% Nasal can make nasal congestion worse if used for more than 7 days in a row (called rebound congestion).
- The right way to use the nasal spray:Shake the bottle before using the medicine. Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine.Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose.Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril.
References
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