
Nasalox 0.05%0.05%
Type:10ml drop
Generic Name:Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 % Nasal prep
Manufacturer:General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Price:৳45.13
Indication
Sinusitis, Hay fever, Common cold, Acute or chronic rhinitis, Nasal congestion
Adult Dose
Nasal Nasal congestion Adult: Instil 2-3 drops or sprays in each nostril twice daily for 3-5 days.
Child Dose
Nasal Nasal congestion Child: <6 years: Safety and efficacy not established Child: >6 yr: Instil 2-3 drops or sprays in each nostril twice daily for 3-5 days.
Contraindication
Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to Oxymetazoine Hydrochloride.
Mode of Action
Oxymetazoline is a direct-acting sympathomimetic which has vasoconstrictor effect on mucosal blood vessels when applied topically and in turn reduces oedema of the nasal mucosa.
Precaution
Prolonged use may result in rebound congestion. Since oxymetazoline has systemic adverse effects, it should be used with caution in patients with hypertension, cardiovascular disease or hyperthyroidism or in those receiving MAO inhibitors.
Side Effect
Local stinging or burning, sneezing, dryness of mouth and throat. Prolonged or frequent use may cause rebound congestion. Headache, insomnia, tachycardia, hypertension, nervousness, nausea, dizziness, palpitation, arrhythmia.
Interaction
Potentially Fatal: Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs.














