A cold often comes with a blocked nose, causing excessive nasal secretions and swelling of the tiny blood vessels lining the nose. This narrows the air passages, and the nasal secretions may completely block the nose, leaving your child feeling congested and blocked up.
Otrivine Child Nasal Drops contain Xylometazoline and effectively clear blocked noses and nasal congestion. Using the enclosed dropper, you can deliver the appropriate amount to relieve congestion for up to 10 hours.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Possible side effects include:
- Headache
- Dryness or irritation of the nasal mucosa
- Nausea
- Local burning sensation
If your child experiences these or any other side effects while taking this medicine seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed.
Please read the patient information leaflet before using this medicine.
Your child should not take Otrivine Child Nasal Drops for more than 5 days in a row. Prolonged or excessive use may cause stuffiness in the nose to return or worsen. Keep away from the eyes.
Parents or carers should seek medical attention if the child’s condition worsens.
Not to be used in children under 6 years of age.
Please see
HERE for the Patient Information Leaflet
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