Xylometazoline
About Xylometazoline
Xylometazoline is primarily used to treat nasal congestion (stuffy nose). It is also used to treat stuffy noses caused by sinus irritation, allergies, and the common cold. Nasal congestion is the blockage of nasal passage due to stuffed-up nasal fluid in the nose.
Xylometazoline contain Xylometazoline. 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.
Take Xylometazoline as recommended by your physician. You are advised to take Xylometazoline for as long as your physician has suggested it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience a burning sensation, dry nose, and sneezing. Most of these side effects of Xylometazoline do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your physician.
Do not take Xylometazoline if you are allergic to Xylometazoline. Tell your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your physician if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma (increased eye pressure), liver disease, kidney disease, and thyroid disorder. Xylometazoline does not produce any effect on the ability to drive. Xylometazoline is not recommended for the use of children less than 12 years of age.
Uses of Xylometazoline
Medicinal Benefits
Xylometazoline treats nasal congestion or blocked nose in common cold, sinusitis, hay fever, perennial and allergic rhinitis. It consists of Xylometazoline. 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.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Xylometazoline
- Burning sensation
- Stinging
- Headache
- Increased blood pressure
- Dryness in the nose
- Dry mouth
- Increased heart rate
- Runny nose
- Sneezing
Drug Warnings
Please inform your physician if you use any other medicines, including vitamin and herbal supplements, before using Xylometazoline. Xylometazoline should be used only when advised by physician in people with a recent history of nasal surgery, chronic nasal inflammation, glaucoma, and adrenal gland tumors (phaeochromocytoma). Xylometazoline 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 Xylometazoline with proper consultation and caution. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Xylometazoline to prevent any unwanted side effects. Xylometazoline is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age, unless recommended by a child specialist.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Xylometazoline may interact with antidepressants (amitriptyline, isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine, moclobemide), antibiotics (linezolid), drugs to treat Parkinson's disease (rasagiline, safinamide), blood pressure medicines (guanethidine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid cold foods and drinks to ease your nasal congestion.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Xylometazoline should not be used in patients with glaucoma (an eye problem), high blood pressure, diabetes, and thyroid disorder.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Xylometazoline. Please consult your doctor before using Xylometazoline.
Pregnancy
cautionThere is limited data on how Xylometazoline affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using Xylometazoline if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
cautionThere is limited data on how Xylometazoline affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Xylometazoline if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
cautionXylometazoline does not affect your ability to drive. However, if you experience any unmanageable symptoms, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel better and focus.
Liver
cautionXylometazoline should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment.
Kidney
cautionXylometazoline should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases.
Children
cautionXylometazoline is not recommended in children below 12 years of age, unless recommended by a child specialist.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- 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 Xylometazoline 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.
Special Advise
If you do not notice any improvement in your condition after using Xylometazoline for 5-7 days, please reach out to your physician.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
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.
FAQs
Xylometazoline belongs to the class of medicine known as a decongestant. Xylometazoline is primarily used to treat nasal congestion (stuffy nose). It is also used to treat stuffy noses caused by sinus irritation, allergies, and the common cold.
Xylometazoline contains Xylometazoline, a decongestant that works by reducing the small blood vessels. It gives temporary relief from inflammation (swelling and redness) and discomfort.
Xylometazoline may cause an increase in blood pressure. Therefore, it is used with caution in patients with hypertension (high blood pressure).
Xylometazoline is effective if used in the dose and duration recommended by your physician. Do not stop using it even if you see recovery in your situation. If you stop using Xylometazoline too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
If you forget to use Xylometazoline, do not worry and continue using Xylometazoline as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure or have any other doubts, please inform your physician.
Before using Xylometazoline, you should inform your physician if you are allergic to Xylometazoline or any of its ingredients to prevent allergic reactions. Inform your physician to know if you have or ever had any difficulties related to your eyes. Tell your physician about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this Xylometazoline. Advise your physician if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding to prevent any toxic effects on the baby.
Yes Xylometazoline is a nasal decongestant that can be used to temporarily relieve nasal congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, allergies, or sinusitis.
Xylometazoline is generally safe when used as directed by your physician. However, it may show some potential side effects and drug interaction. To minimise risks and ensure safety, carefully follow the instructions. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
If you forget to use Xylometazoline, you can use it as soon as you remember. However, if it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not increase the frequency to make up for the missed one.
The common side effects of the Xylometazoline are a burning sensation, stinging, headache, increased blood, pressure, dryness in the nose, dry mouth, increased heart rate, runny nose, and sneezing. However, these symptoms vanish as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms worsen, please consult your doctor and seek medical advice.
Store Xylometazoline in its original container, keeping it cool, dry, and out of sunlight. Keep it out of the reach of children. Regularly check the expiration date. When you need to dispose of the medicine, remove the label, place it in a plastic bag, and throw it away in the household trash. Remember, never flush the medicine down the toilet or sink to prevent harm to others and the environment.
