Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops 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 Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops 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 Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops include temporary burning sensation, stinging, dryness in the nose, runny nose, and sneezing. Most of these side effects of Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops 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 Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops 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 Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops. Check with your doctor before starting Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops 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 Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops. Do not use Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops if you have a recent history of nasal surgery, chronic nasal inflammation, glaucoma, and adrenal gland tumors (phaeochromocytoma). Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops 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 Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops with proper consultation and caution. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops to prevent any unwanted side effects. Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Otrivin Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops 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 Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops 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 Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops 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 Moisturising Adult Nasal Drops 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.