Otrivin Säilytysaineeton
Otrivin is a nasal spray that helps clear a blocked nose and sinus issues by reducing swelling inside your nose, making it easier to breathe.
Form
nenäsumute, liuos
Strength
0.5 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Xylometazoline hydrochloride
Manufacturer
Haleon Denmark ApS
How to Use
Dosage
For children aged 1-5 years: 1 spray in each nostril, 1-2 times daily. For children aged 6-11 years: 1-2 sprays in each nostril, 2-3 times daily, as needed.
Method
Gently blow your nose. Remove the cap. For first use, pump 4 times to prime the spray. Hold the bottle upright, insert the tip into one nostril, and spray while breathing in gently. Repeat for the other nostril. Clean the tip after use.
Important
Do not use more than 3 sprays in each nostril per day. Do not use for more than 5 days in a row.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Dryness or irritation of the nasal lining
- •Nausea
- •Headache
- •Local burning sensation in the nose
RARE
- •Nosebleeds
- •Allergic reactions (e.g., rash, itching)
- •Temporary blurred vision
- •Irregular or fast heartbeat
- •Sleep problems
- •Dizziness
- •Trembling
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you recently had head surgery through your nose or mouth.
- Do not use if you have a chronic dry nose (atrophic rhinitis).
- Do not use if you have narrow-angle glaucoma (high eye pressure).
- This medicine is not for children under 1 year old.
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- Talk to your doctor before use if you have high blood pressure, heart problems, an overactive thyroid, diabetes, an enlarged prostate, or a rare adrenal gland tumor.
- Do not use this medicine if you are taking or have taken certain antidepressants (MAO inhibitors, tricyclic or tetracyclic antidepressants) in the last two weeks.
- Using this medicine for too long (more than 5 days) can make your stuffy nose worse; consult a doctor if congestion continues.
- Stop using Otrivin and get immediate medical help if you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, or severe itching with a red rash or hives.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. For short-term use only. (updated 17.2.2025)