Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops Information

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Blocked Nose. Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops related warnings section.

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Glaucoma as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Rinox Benefits & Uses
Rinox Dosage & How to Take
Rinox Side Effects
Rinox Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Rinox with Other Drugs
Rinox Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Rinox
Rinox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops Benefits & Uses

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Blocked Nose

Other Benefits

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops Related Warnings

Is the use of Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Rinox on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Rinox on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Rinox will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops on the Kidneys?

Rinox rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops on the Liver?

Rinox has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops on the Heart?

Rinox is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops with Other Drugs

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acebutolol

Amlodipine

Alfuzosin

Amiloride

Benazepril

Moderate

Salmeterol

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Heart Disease
Glaucoma
Buerger's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops

Is this Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops

There is no information on the effects of taking Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rinox 0.025% Nasal Drops

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Rinox on my own without doctors advice?

Yes, Rinox 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Rinox?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Rinox is a brand name of oxymetazoline and it is available in the form of nasal drops and nasal spray. It belongs to the class of drug known as an alpha-adrenergic agonist (sympathomimetic agent). It is an over the counter (OTC) drug that is used to provide relief from nasal congestion associated with common cold, hay fever, sinusitis, and allergic rhinitis.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Rinox work?

Rinox contains oxymetazoline which is a nasal decongestant that works by causing constriction (shrinking) of blood vessels which are present in our nose. This results in the decrease of swelling and congestion in the nose which opens the nasal passages and relieves from nasal stuffiness that allows easy nasal breathing.

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Rinox?

Put 1 - 2 drops or 1 spray of Rinox in each nostril 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (high blood pressure), diabetes mellitus, and hepatic or renal disorder.