Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops
bottle of 10.0 ml Nasal Drops
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Oxymetazoline (0.05% w/v) |
| Manufacturer: | Chethana Pharmaceuticals |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops is used to treat nasal congestion caused by the common cold, flu, hay fever, and other allergies. Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops should be used as advised by your doctor. 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 ensure it reaches deep into the nose. It provides relief very quickly and can last for several hours. It provides only temporary relief, so do not use it more often or for longer than recommended. 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 nose irritation and dryness of the mouth or throat. 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, high blood pressure (hypertension), overactive thyroid gland, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), or prostate enlargement. Let your doctor know about any other medicines you are taking to ensure you are safe. Ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops is a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the small blood vessels in the inner surface of the nose, providing temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness.
Is Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops addictive?
Treatment with Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops does not cause mental addiction. However, patients may get physically addicted, leading to a desire to use the medication more than prescribed. Therefore, it should be used only at the prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Is Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops a steroid/antihistamine?
No, Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops is not a steroid or an antihistamine. It belongs to a class of medications called adrenergic medicines that are used as nasal decongestants (to relieve congestion of the nose).
Is Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops safe?
Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops 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 inform them immediately if you experience any side effects.
Does Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops cause cataract/keep you awake/ raise blood pressure/insomnia/drowsiness?
There is no evidence suggesting the occurrence of side effects such as cataracts, insomnia (inability to sleep) or drowsiness during treatment with Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops. However, Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops can raise blood pressure when used with medicines prescribed for depression, like selegiline and moclobemide. Moreover, it may decrease the effects of medications used to treat hypertension. It is important to consult your doctor about potential side effects and drug interactions.
Can I take Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops with Benadryl (diphenhydramine)/ phenylephrine/pseudoephedrine?
Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops should not be taken simultaneously with Benadryl (diphenhydramine), phenylephrine, or pseudoephedrine. It is advised to consult your doctor before using any other medication alongside Oxydrops Adult 0.05% 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.
- It works right away and each dose provides relief for up to 12 hours.
- 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.
- Avoid deep breathing as it will cause medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective.
- Do not share the bottle with anyone else to avoid spreading germs.
- Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops can make nasal congestion worse if used for more than 3 or 4 days in a row (called rebound congestion).
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Breastfeed
Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. To reduce the amount of Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops that reaches the breastmilk, remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Pregnancy
Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops 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.
