Please inform your doctor if you use any other medicines, including vitamin and herbal supplements, before using Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop. Do not use Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop if you have a recent history of nasal surgery, chronic nasal inflammation, glaucoma, and adrenal gland tumors (phaeochromocytoma). Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 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 with proper consultation and caution. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop to prevent any unwanted side effects. Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.

Otrivin Moisturizing Paediatric Nasal Drop 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.

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