Otrivine Child Nasal Drops 0.05% – 10ml
Otrivine Child Nasal Drops are specially formulated to provide relief from nasal congestion in children aged 6 to 12 years. The active ingredient, xylometazoline hydrochloride (0.05%), works by reducing excessive nasal secretions and returning swollen blood vessels to their normal size, thereby opening up and clearing the nasal passages.
Ingredients
- Active Ingredient: Xylometazoline hydrochloride (0.05% w/v)
- Other Ingredients: Sodium chloride, sodium phosphate, sodium acid phosphate, disodium edetate, benzalkonium chloride, sorbitol, hypromellose, and water.
Key Benefits
- Provides fast-acting relief from nasal congestion
- Effects last up to 10 hours
- Helps open up and clear nasal passages
Uses
Otrivine Child Nasal Drops are indicated for the relief of nasal congestion associated with:
- Common colds
- Perennial and allergic rhinitis (including hay fever)
- Sinusitis
How to Use
For children aged 6 to 12 years, under adult supervision:
- Administer 1 to 2 drops into each nostril once or twice daily.
- Do not exceed 2 doses within a 24-hour period.
- Do not use continuously for more than 5 consecutive days without consulting a doctor.
Administration Instructions
- Practice using the dropper to ensure accurate dosage.
- Have the child gently blow their nose to clear the nostrils.
- Tilt the child's head back slightly.
- Apply the prescribed number of drops into each nostril.
- To prevent the spread of infection, ensure that only one person uses the bottle.
Warnings and Precautions
- Not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
- Do not use if the child has:
- Heart or circulatory disease
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes