Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop on the Kidneys?
Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop on the Heart?
Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop is not harmful for the heart.
Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop habit forming or addictive?
Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop
Information about the interaction of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Put 1 - 2 drops or 1 spray of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop 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.
Yes, Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop 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.
Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop 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.
Oxymetazoline Nasal Drop 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.
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