Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml belongs to the class of 'decongestants and antihistamines', primarily used to treat nasal congestion (blocked nose) in common cold, sinusitis, hay fever, perennial and allergic rhinitis. Sinusitis is the inflammation of the lining of sinuses. Allergic rhinitis is inflammation and allergy of the nose that is caused by an allergen, such as pollen, dust, mold, or flakes of skin from certain animals.

Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml consists of two medicines: Xylometazoline and Sorbitol. Xylometazoline belongs to the class of 'decongestants'. It works by easing the inflammation and blocking of nasal passages by narrowing the blood vessels (vasoconstriction) and thus provides temporary relief from nasal congestion and blockage. Sorbitol is used to moisturize the nasal mucosa and prevents dryness and irritation in the nose.

Your doctor will decide the dosage of Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml include temporary burning sensation, stinging, dryness in the nose, runny nose, and sneezing. Most of these side effects of Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor know in advance if you have any allergic reactions to Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml or any other medications. Brief your medical history to your doctor if you have any heart, liver, kidney diseases, thyroid disorders, enlarged prostate, urination problems, high blood pressure, and diabetes before using Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml. Check with your doctor before starting Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml treats nasal congestion or blocked nose in common cold, sinusitis, hay fever, perennial and allergic rhinitis. It consists of Xylometazoline and Sorbitol. Xylometazoline is a decongestant and an antihistamine drug. It works by easing the inflammation and blocking of nasal passages by narrowing the blood vessels (vasoconstriction) and reduces the swelling. This process provides temporary relief from nasal congestion and blockage. As an antihistamine drug, Xylometazoline provides relief from runny nose and sneezing by blocking the action of allergy-causing histamines. Sorbitol is used to moisturize the nasal mucosa and prevents dryness and irritation in the nose.

• Burning sensation
• Stinging
• Headache
• Increased blood pressure
• Dryness in the nose
• Dry mouth
• Increased heart rate
• Runny nose
• Sneezing 

Please inform your doctor if you use any other medicines, including vitamin and herbal supplements, before using Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml. Do not use Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml if you have a recent history of nasal surgery, chronic nasal inflammation, glaucoma, and adrenal gland tumors (phaeochromocytoma). Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml should be cautiously used in patients with heart, liver, or kidney diseases, inflammation of air passages, thyroid disorders (hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid), enlarged prostate, urination problems, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml with proper consultation and caution. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml to prevent any unwanted side effects. Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml may interact with antidepressants (amitriptyline, isocarboxazid), drugs to treat Parkinson's disease (rasagiline), pigments (methylene blue), antibiotics (linezolid), chemotherapy medicines (procarbazine), and blood pressure medicines (guanethidine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid cold foods and drinks to ease your nasal congestion.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml is contraindicated in recent nasal surgery, chronic nasal inflammation, glaucoma, and adrenal gland tumors (phaeochromocytoma). 

• AMITRIPTYLINE
• ISOCARBOXAZID
• MOCLOBEMIDE
• RASAGILINE
• METHYLENE BLUE
• LINEZOLID
• PROCARBAZINE
• GUANETHIDINE

• Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust, and food items that make your asthma and other respiratory diseases severe.
• Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.
• Drink extra fluids while you take Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml to help loosen congestion and lubricate the throat.
• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
• Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

If you do not notice any improvement in your condition after using Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 10 ml for 5-7 days, please reach out to your doctor.

Allergic rhinitis: It is an inflammation and allergy of the nose caused by an allergen, such as pollen, dust, mold, or flakes of skin from certain animals. Its symptoms include itchy, watery eyes, an itchy nose, sneezing, and a runny nose. 

Sinusitis is termed as inflammation of cavities around nasal passages, known as sinuses. It can be acute and chronic. Cold and other allergic factors can trigger acute sinusitis. Chronic sinusitis is caused due to an infection or growth in the sinuses (nasal polyps). Symptoms of sinusitis include headache, facial pain, runny nose, and nasal congestion.