XYLOMETAZOLINE

Overview

XYLOMETAZOLINE is a Schedule H drug.
Xylometazoline nasal is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Xylometazoline nasal (for use in the nose) is used to treat stuffy nose caused by allergies, sinus irritation, or the common cold. Ophthalmic- Relieving redness in eyes. 

Usage

XYLOMETAZOLINE is generally used to treat: Sinus Infection, Common Cold

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Ophthalmic (Eye),

Precautions

Caution needed for young children, during pregnancy and lactation, patients with history of high blood pressure, cardiovascular abnormalities, diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism, and difficulty in urination secondary to prostate enlargement. To prevent the spread of infection; do not share this medication with others. Do not use this nasal preparation for longer than 3 to 5 days. Rebound congestion may occur after prolonged regular use. Avoid prolonged usage.

Symptoms of Overdosage

XYLOMETAZOLINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Dizziness, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

XYLOMETAZOLINE : Runny Nose, Sneezing

Serious Side-Effects

XYLOMETAZOLINE : Nausea, Head Headache, Mood Swings, Difficulty Sleeping, Fatigue (tiredness), Body Excessive Sweating

Rare Side-Effects

XYLOMETAZOLINE : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

XYLOMETAZOLINE can interfere with: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Diabetes Mellitus

Technical Classification

XYLOMETAZOLINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with XYLOMETAZOLINE as Ingredient

ACOLATE 0.05% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
ACOLATE 0.1% NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
BIOTRIVIN N-DPS	BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 0.011 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
BIOTRIVIN P N-DPS	BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 0.011 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
CERTEN 0.1% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
CLEARNOZ NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
COREX 0.1%W/V NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
CORIVIN 0.1% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
CORIVIN PEAD DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE
COZYMIN 2% W/V/0.1% W/V NASAL SPRAY	SORBITOL 2.0 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
DECON 0.1% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
DECON 0.1% W/V SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
DECON N-DROPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
DECON NEW 0.1% W/V SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
DECON PAED 0.05%W/V DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
DICONAL 0.01% W/V DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.01 %W/V
DICONAL N-DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
HYNASAL XL 0.1% W/V DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
HYNASAL- XL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
LYFTZ 0.05% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
MUCORIS 0.1% W/V ADULT NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
MUCORIS P 0.05%W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
NAM COLD ADULT 0.5% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.5 %W/V
NAM COLD PEAD 0.1% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NASA P NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
NASO WIKORYL 0.01% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.01 %W/V
NASO WIKORYL 0.05% NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
NASO WIKORYL 0.1% NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NASO WIKORYL 0.1% W/V NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NASOCLIN JUNIOR NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
NASOCLIN NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NASOFIT NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE
NASOMET 0.01% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.01 %W/V
NASOMIST X NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.01 %W/V
NASOMIST XP NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
NASOPIL ADULT NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NASOPIL PAED NASAL DPS	BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 0.011 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
NAXY NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NAZALIN 0.1%W/V DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NAZALIN PEAD 0.05%W/V DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
NAZOLIN 0.1% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NAZOME BABY 0.025% NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.025 %W/V
NAZOME PAEDIATRIC 0.05% NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
NOSIKIND 0.05% W/V DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
NOSIKIND 0.1% (NF) NASAL DPS	SORBITOL 2.0 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NOSIKIND 0.1%W/V NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NOSIKIND P 0.1% W/V NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
NOSIKIND P 2% W/V/0.05% W/V NASAL DPS	SORBITOL 2.0 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
NOSTRAVIN NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE
NOSYMED 1% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 1.0 %W/V
OLINOZ 0.05% W/V SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
OLINOZ 0.10% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
ORINASE 0.05% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
ORINASE 0.1% W/V NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
ORINASE 0.50% W/V PAED DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.5 %W/V
ORINASE A 0.10% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
ORINASE NASAL DROPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
OTRIFIT ADULT NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
OTRINOZ ADULT 0.1% W/V DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
OTRINOZ BABY 0.025% W/V DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.025 %W/V
OTRINOZ BABY N-DROPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.025 %W/V
OTRINOZ N-DPS	SORBITOL 2 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
OTRINOZ PAED N-DROPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
OTRINOZ PEDIATRIC NASAL DPS	SORBITOL 0.2 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
OTRIVIN – ADULT N DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
OTRIVIN – ADULT N SPY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
OTRIVIN – PAED N-DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
OTRIVIN 0.05% W/V PAEDIATRIC NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
OTRIVIN 0.1% W/V NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
OTRIVIN ADULT MENTHOL 0.1 % NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %
OTRIVIN FAST RELIEF NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 1 MG/ML
OTRIVIN MINI 0.05% DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %
OTRIVIN MINI N SPY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.025 %W/V
OTRIVIN MINI N-DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
OTRIVIN P N-SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
OTRIVIN S 0.1% NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %
RECOFAST 0.05% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
RHINOSET 0.1% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
RHINOSET N-DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
RHINOSET P 0.05% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
RHYNIL 0.10% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
RINOCLEAR XYLO PAED TAB	XYLOMETAZOLINE
SANE 0.1%W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
SANE P NASAL DPS	BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 0.5 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.2 %W/V
SINOMET 0.1% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
SINOMET N-DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
SINOMET P N-DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
SINOMET P NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
SNEEZY NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
SUDIN ND SOLN	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.01 %W/V
XYLAKEM NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE
XYLOCHEK 0.01% W/V DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.01 %W/V
XYLOCHEK NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
XYLOFLO 0.10% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
XYLOFLO N-DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
XYLOLINE 0.1% NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %
XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
XYLOMIST 0.5%W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.5 %W/V
XYLOMIST ADULT 0.1%W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
XYLOMIST N-DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.5 %W/V
XYLOMIST PEAD 0.05%W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
XYLOREST 0.1% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
XYLOREST P 0.05% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V
XYLOREX NASAL SPRAY	IPRATROPIUM , XYLOMETAZOLINE
XYLORIS 0.10% W/V NASAL DPS	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
XYLOSTAR 0.1% W/V NASAL SPRAY	XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V
XYTOL NASAL DPS	BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 0.02 %, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %