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Corivin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Blocked Nose.
The correct dosage of Corivin 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Corivin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Corivin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Corivin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Corivin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Corivin related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Corivin contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Corivin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Corivin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Corivin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Corivin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Corivin safe for pregnant women?
Corivin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Corivin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Corivin safe during breastfeeding?
Corivin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Corivin on the Kidneys?
Corivin does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Corivin on the Liver?
Corivin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Corivin on the Heart?
Using Corivin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Corivin 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 Corivin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Corivin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Corivin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Corivin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Corivin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Corivin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Corivin
Taking Corivin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Corivin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Corivin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Corivin is a brand name of xylometazoline and it comes in 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.
Yes, Corivin can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Corivin along with ibuprofen.
Yes, Corivin is helpful in the management of mild snoring which is caused by the blocked nose. Corivin opens the blocked nose by shrinking the blood vessels present in our nose which provides relief to the user.
Usually, Corivin is used for short-term treatment (up to 7 days) of nasal congestion. You are advised use it as per your doctor's advice. Do not use it longer than prescribed by your doctor because it can cause rebound congestion.
Yes, Corivin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience