Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops

Can I give Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops to my child for more than 2 weeks if they have recurring nasal congestion?

No, do not give Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops to your child for more than 10 consecutive days as it may lead to complications such as "atrophic rhinitis". Also, make sure not to stop the medicine suddenly as doing so can cause ‘‘rebound congestion'’ in your child. Therefore, it is advised to follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

What if I accidentally give too much of Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops to my child?

An overdose of Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops can cause severe dizziness, perspiration, severely lowered body temperature, headache, bradycardia (low heart rate), hypertension, respiratory depression, coma, and convulsions. It may even cause high blood pressure followed by a fall in blood pressure. Moreover, children are more sensitive to toxicity than adults, so it is advised that you reach out to your child’s doctor immediately if this happens.

How should I use Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops for my child?

Before using Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops, ask your child to clear the nose by blowing gently. Ask your child to lie down and look up. Tilt your child’s head back as far as comfortable, or if lying on a bed, keep the head over the side. Open the cap of the medicine container and without touching the nozzle to the nose, apply the medicine into each nostril. Ask your child to keep the head tilted back for a short time as that will allow the drops to spread throughout the nose. Replace the cap right after use. If the drop completely misses the nose, administer the drop again. If any part of the drop gets into the eye, do not administer the drop again. Repeat for the other nostril. Clean and dry the nozzle before replacing the cap right after use. To avoid the possible spread of infection, the bottle should only be used by one person.

When should I contact my child’s doctor immediately?

Call your child’s doctor if your child is bothered by signs such as insomnia, dizziness, tremor, irregular heartbeat, or elevated blood pressure after the use of Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops?

Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Aelmet 0.05% Nasal Drops. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

What position should my child sleep in when they have a stuffy nose?

To sleep with a stuffy nose, make your child lie on their back with a pillow to help the mucus drain out. Avoid making your child sleep on their side as it may increase congestion in one or both nostrils.