Country of origin: Slovenia
Pharm-Group: Alpha-adrenergic receptor stimulating agents
Manufacturers: Lek DD (Slovenia)
International name: Oxymetazoline
Synonyms: 4-Way, Alka-Seltzer plus nasal aerosol, Afrin, Bartel Drugs Decongestant nasal spray 12-hour action, Vistoxin, Lekonil, Nazivin, Nazol, Nasivion, Sanorinchik, Fazin, Fervex spray for runny nose
Dosage forms: nasal drops for children 0.025%
Ingredients: Active ingredient - Oxymetazoline.
Indications for use: Difficulty in nasal breathing due to colds, inflammation of the sinuses, eustachitis, hay fever, allergic rhinitis.
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, hypertension, severe atherosclerosis, heart rhythm disturbances, diabetes mellitus, thyrotoxicosis, pregnancy, breastfeeding (stop during treatment), children's age (up to 1 year).
Side effects: Sleep disturbance, agitation, tachycardia, nausea, increased blood pressure, dryness and burning sensation of the nasal mucosa, dry mouth or pharynx.
Interaction: Slows down the absorption of local anesthetics and prolongs their effect. Other vasoconstrictor drugs may cause side effects. Enhances the effect of MAO inhibitors on the central nervous system.
Overdose: Symptoms: tachycardia, arterial hypertension, central nervous system depression. Treatment: symptomatic.
Special instructions: No data available.
Literature: Encyclopedia of Medicines 2003