OXYMETAZOLINE NASAL DROPS

Oxymetazoline Nasal Drops is the composition which comes with branding of KAPIZOLINE that is used for the treatment of nasal congestion, and ptosis of the eyelid. The blood vessels of the nasals become swollen. The person finds it difficult to breathe and sometimes the person experiences a runny nose. Due to nasal congestion usually, the older children and the adults get annoyed. Ptosis is a problem related to the eye when the pupil is covered by the upper eyelid.

Oxymetazoline Nasal Drops helps in narrowing the blood vessels of the eye, ear, and nose. The blood is not allowed to flow to the swollen tissue. Hence the flow of the blood reduces to the swollen tissue. Belonging to the class of ‘alpha1A adrenoceptor agonists’, the problem related to the nasal passages is controlled as it allows the prevention of the symptoms related to nasal passages to increase.

This Oxymetazoline Nasal Drops nasal drop is helpful in curing the problem but it is suggested to consult the doctor before its use. Without the recommendation of the doctor negative effects of the spray can occur, as the dose and the duration of the spray are based on the medical condition of the person. After the use of the medication, the person can suffer from some of the common side effects.

Uses Of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drops

The use of nasal spray is to prevent and cure the problems related to the ear, nose, and eyes. The swollen tissue of the nose, ear, and eye get lease blood flow, as the medication helps in reducing the blood to that swollen area. The symptoms of the affected area are reduced and cured with the help of this solution. If the nose of the person gets blocked then the use of this medication helps in providing relief to the person. The spray shows its effectiveness immediately and the person is able to get relief for several hours.

Directions For Use

Before the use of the Oxymetazoline Nasal Drops spray, the person is advised to shake the bottle of the spray. The person is advised to keep his head straight in the upright position so that both the nostrils get the spray. The solution of the spray is advised to be used as per the directions of the doctor. The spray should be used only for the duration when described by the doctor. The person who is the first-time user then is advised to spray some medicine from the bottle.

Side Effects Of Oxymetazoline Nasal Drops

The solution is helpful in providing relief from the blocked passages but after the use of the spray, the person can suffer from the side effects. The person should not panic as the side effects are common. He should consult the doctor if he thinks that the side effects are making him uncomfortable. The most common side effects which can occur after the use of this solution are mentioned below:

• Eye pain
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Slow or fast heartbeat
• Irritation
• Blurred vision

Precautions To Be Taken

The precautions depend from person to person. Some people need the precautions to be considered seriously. The precautions that the person should consider seriously are as follows:

• The person is advised not to take the spray if he suffering from any of the problems related to heart, blood vessel disease, hypertension, overactive thyroid, glaucoma, diabetes, etc
• The person should tell the doctor if he is taking any kind of medicine related to depression.
• The woman should tell the doctor if she is pregnant or is breastfeeding before the use of the solution.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Can the person consume alcohol while using the Oxymetazoline Nasal Drops?

Although the consumption of alcohol does not interact with the spray. But is advised to limit the consumption of alcohol as the negative effects can occur which can affect the health of the person.

• Can the pregnant woman take the use of this spray?

Before giving the dose to the pregnant woman the doctor will examine her medical condition. The dose will be prescribed only if it is clinically needed. The woman should be aware of its benefits before use.