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Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Blocked Nose are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray related warnings talks about Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Otrivin Adult. If you also feel the same, then discontinue it and start only on doctor advice.
Is the use of Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Otrivin Adult. It has very minor side effects for them, if any.
What is the effect of Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray on the Kidneys?
There are no any side effects of Otrivin Adult for [Organ].
What is the effect of Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray on the Liver?
Otrivin Adult is completely safe for [Organ].
What is the effect of Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Otrivin Adult for [Organ].
Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal SprayAdult is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal SprayAdult since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal SprayAdult only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal SprayAdult is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray
You can take Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal SprayAdult with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Spray
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal SprayAdult with alcohol will be.
Yes, Otrivin can be discontinued without doctors advice if you are taking it by yourself. However, if it has been prescribed by your doctor and you are planning to discontinue it, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Otrivin can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Otrivin along with ibuprofen.
No, Otrivin is not a steroid. It contains xylometazoline which is a nasal decongestant that belongs to the class of drugs known as an alpha-adrenergic agonist (sympathomimetic agent).
Yes, Otrivin can be taken with paracetamol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Otrivin does not cause nosebleed (epistaxis). It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug. In fact, it can be used to control nose bleed because it can cause constriction (shrinking) of blood vessels which can prevent the nose bleeding.
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