OxyAid Nasal Drops (Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

Adults and children aged 10 years and above: Spray 2 to 3 drops into each nostril once every 12 hours for 1 to 2 times.

Children's dosage

Children aged 6 to under 10 years: Spray 2 to 3 drops into each nostril every 12 hours.

This medication should not be used by individuals who have allergies to specific components or have experienced hypersensitivity. It is prohibited for children under 6 years of age. Patients with dry rhinitis or glaucoma, especially those with angle-closure glaucoma, should not use this medication. Patients taking medications that may raise blood pressure, those with benign prostatic hyperplasia having difficulty urinating, patients who have undergone pituitary surgery, and those with acute coronary disease or cardiac asthma should also avoid this medication. During the use of this product, it should not be taken concurrently with certain antidepressants or drugs that may increase blood pressure. Breastfeeding women should discontinue use as this medication may affect the infant’s cardiovascular system. Patients with coronary heart disease, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, metabolic diseases such as diabetes, patients with pheochromocytoma, pregnant women, or those who may become pregnant should consult healthcare professionals before use. If symptoms such as nasal irritation, palpitations, headache, insomnia, nausea, skin rash, or visual disturbances occur during use, discontinue immediately and consult a healthcare provider. In case of overdose, severe neurological and cardiovascular symptoms may appear, requiring prompt emergency treatment. This medication contains benzalkonium chloride, which may cause bronchospasm, nasal irritation, or mucosal swelling, so prolonged use should be avoided. Keep out of reach of children and store in the original container to maintain the quality of the medication.

Serious side effects

• Increased blood pressure
• Pulmonary edema
• Difficulty breathing
• Seizures
• Heart attack
• Moderate or severe psychiatric disorders
• Severe neurological symptoms
• Loss of consciousness

Mild side effects

• Nasal burning sensation, stinging sensation, nasal mucosa dryness, nasal mucosa burns, reactive congestion
• Palpitations, tachycardia, increased blood pressure, reactive bleeding
• Sneezing, headache, insomnia, fatigue, anxiety
• Nausea
• Rash
• Visual disturbances
• Drowsiness, decreased body temperature, bradycardia, hypotension, shock, respiratory arrest, loss of consciousness, sweating
• Bronchospasm, nasal cavity irritation, swelling (edema), nasal mucosa swelling

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture; therefore, it should be stored in a sealed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Doing so will help preserve the effectiveness and safety of the medication over a longer period.

Appearance

(For domestic use) Clear liquid that is colorless or pale yellow with a distinctive odor (For export) Clear liquid that is colorless or pale yellow with a mint scent

Package unit

15 milliliters/bottle