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Rhinoset, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Blocked Nose are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Rhinoset is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rhinoset can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Rhinoset are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Rhinoset has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Rhinoset has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rhinoset related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rhinoset contraindications section.
Additionally, Rhinoset may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Rhinoset is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Rhinoset 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 Rhinoset safe for pregnant women?
Rhinoset may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Rhinoset again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Rhinoset safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Rhinoset as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Rhinoset on the Kidneys?
Using Rhinoset does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Rhinoset on the Liver?
Using Rhinoset does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Rhinoset on the Heart?
You can take Rhinoset without any fear of damage to the heart.
Rhinoset 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 Rhinoset unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rhinoset habit forming or addictive?
Rhinoset is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Rhinoset will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Rhinoset only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rhinoset cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Rhinoset
Taking Rhinoset with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rhinoset
Information about the interaction of Rhinoset and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, an intranasal form of Rhinoset does not cause anxiety. It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug. However, Oral form of xylometazoline has been associated with anxiety rarely.
No, Rhinoset does not cause loss of smell (anosmia). It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug. However, if you are experiencing loss of smell and you are in doubt that this drug is causing it, then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Rhinoset is helpful in the management of mild snoring which is caused by the blocked nose. Rhinoset opens the blocked nose by shrinking the blood vessels present in our nose which provides relief to the user.
Yes, Rhinoset 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.
Yes, Rhinoset might cause irritation which is stinging or burning sensation in the nose but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of irritation is unknown. It goes away after discontinuation of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive irritation in the nose after using this drug, then discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 136