Antazol Nasal Drops

Indications

Sinusitis, Nasal congestion, Seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis

Child Dose

Children under 12 yrs : 1 or 2 drops children's formula (0.05%) in each nostril 1-2 times daily. Nasal spray: 1-2 sprays each nostril 3 times daily. Not to be used in infants less than 3 months.

Contra Indications

Contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any ingredients of the preparation.

Precautions

The prolonged use or abuse of decongestants in general may lead to rebound congestion or drug induced rhinitis.

Pregnancy-Lactation

C Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: not known if excreted in breast milk

Interactions

Increased heart rate or BP with sibutramine. Potentially Fatal: Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs.

Adverse Effects

Anxiety,Dizzy,Tremor,Overuse may cause rebound congestion,Topical products may cause local side effects such as nasal burning, stinging, dryness.

Mechanism of Action

Xylometazoline is a direct-acting sympathomimetic which has a vasoconstrictor effect by reducing swelling and congestion when applied to mucous membranes.

Note

Antazol 0.05% Nasal Drops manufactured by Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.. Its generic name is Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.05% Nasal prep.