Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops

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Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops

Introduction to Oxydrops Adult 0.05% Nasal Drops

It is utilized to relieve nasal congestion (blocked nose) caused by the common cold, flu, hay fever, or other allergies.
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Is oxymetazoline addictive?

Oxymetazoline treatment does not cause mental addiction. However, patients may get physically addicted such that they feel the compulsion to use oxymetazoline. Hence, it should only be used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

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Can I take oxymetazoline with Benadryl (diphenhydramine)/ phenylephrine/ pseudoephedrine?

Oxymetazoline should not be taken simultaneously with Benadryl (diphenhydramine)/phenylephrine/pseudoephedrine. Before using any other medicine with Nasivion consult your doctor.

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Does oxymetazoline cause cataract/keep you awake/ raise blood pressure/insomnia/drowsiness?

No such reports are available that confirm side effects such as cataract, keeping you awake, insomnia or drowsiness during treatment with Nasivion. Oxymetazoline can raise blood pressure when taken with drugs like selegiline and moclobemide that are used to treat depression. It can also decrease the effect of drugs used to treat blood pressure. Hence, patients should consult doctors regarding the possible side effects and drug interactions

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Is oxymetazoline a steroid/ antihistamine?

Oxymetazoline belongs to a class of medications called adrenergic drugs that are used as nasal decongestants. It is not a steroid or an antihistamine.

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Is oxymetazoline safe?

Oxymetazoline is safe, if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

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Is oxymetazoline safe?

Oxymetazoline is safe, if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

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Published At: Oct 19, 2023

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Sources

  • https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a608026.html https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/oxymetazoline-nasal-route/description/drg-20067830

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