Xylometazoline

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Indication
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Pregnancy/nursing period
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Contraindicated.

Dosage and method of use
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Nasal spray/gel/drops: Use 1-3 times/day.

Remember! Limit the application time to max. 14 days!

Standard concentration
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Nose drops/spray/gel: 0.025-0.1%.

Undesirable effects
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In case of prolonged or frequent use, especially beyond the recommended application period, occasional burning of the nasal mucous membrane after application, dry nasal mucous membrane, rhinitis sicca or sneezing. Overdose rarely leads to tachycardia, increase in blood pressure and hyperhidrosis. Very rarely restlessness, insomnia, tiredness or headaches. Occasionally nausea or dizziness.

Contraindication
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Narrow-angle glaucoma.

Preparations
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Otriven, Olynth

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020