When to use it
Otrivin Paediatric should be used when your child complains of a blocked nose due to cold, making breathing difficult. It can also be used to help your child avoid keeping his/her mouth open while sleeping, which may be due to a blocked nose.
Ingredients
Xylometazoline Hydrochloride I.P…..0.05% w/v in an aqueous isotonic solution using Purified Water I.P…Q.S.
Preservative: Benzalkonium Chloride I.P …..0.01% w/v
Precautions
If child has undergone transnasal surgery recently, has narrow angle glaucoma (a disease of the eye), chronic nasal inflammation with very dry nasal passages, or known to be allergic to product ingredients, please refrain from using the product.
Do not use for more than 10 days or exceed the recommended dose.
Side effects
Otrivin Paediatric is a commonly available over-the-counter (OTC) product. When used in the recommended dose, Otrivin is usually not associated with serious side effects. However, like any other medicine Otrivin may have some unwanted effects on some people. Mild side effects that may occur occasionally are local burning sensation, irritation or dryness of nasal mucosa, nausea and headache.
Other side effects which occur very rarely in some individuals are allergic reactions (skin rash/itching), blurred vision, irregular or fast heartbeats. In case your child gets these allergic reactions, please stop using Otrivin and consult your physician.
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