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Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops

Manufactured byMerck Consumer Healthcare Ltd.
ContainsOxymetazoline
Description
Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops is a medicine that contains Oxymetazoline. It is used to treat nasal congestion (stuffy nose). This medicine works by narrowing the blood vessels in your nasal passages and reducing blood flow. This helps in providing relief from stuffiness in your nose. Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops may cause common side effects such as dryness in your mouth and throat, irritation in your nose, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen.  Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops should be administered as directed by your doctor. Administer it at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of this medicine in your body. Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops should be avoided if you are allergic to this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have a history of diabetes or pre-existing heart, thyroid, or prostate problems before beginning treatment with this medicine. Close evaluation with respect to your current medicines is necessary to avoid any undesired side effects. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before using this medication.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops

  • Irritation of the nose
  • Dry mouth and throat

Uses of Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Nasal congestion
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops starts showing its effect within five to ten minutes of administration.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops lasts for an average duration of 12 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops passes into breastmilk. Hence this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Heart diseases

Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops is not recommended if you have pre-existing heart problems due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) are a class of medicines used to treat depression. Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops is not recommended if you are on treatment with MAOIs or have taken them in the last 14 days due to the increased risk of severe side effects.

Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism, also known as overactive thyroid, is a condition that occurs when your thyroid gland (a gland located in your neck) overproduces the thyroxine hormone. Symptoms may include unexpected weight loss, rapid or irregular heartbeat, increased sweating, irritability, etc. Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops is not recommended due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a condition in which your intraocular pressure (fluid pressure inside your eyeballs) is abnormally high that can lead to optic nerve damage and eventual loss of your vision. Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops is not recommended due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Prostate Enlargement

Prostate enlargement is a condition in which the prostate gland, the gland located below the urinary bladder (in men), increases in size. Other symptoms may occur, such as the increased urge to urinate, difficulty urinating, inability to completely empty the bladder, and other symptoms. Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops is not recommended due to the increased risk of urination difficulties and further worsening of your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops passes into breastmilk. Hence this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Prolonged use

Prolonged use of Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops may cause recurrence of your symptoms and worsen your condition. Hence it is not recommended to use this medicine for longer than the prescribed duration.

Driving or Operating machines

Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops is not known to affect your mental alertness. However, if you experience any symptoms that may affect your alertness after administering this medicine, do not drive vehicles or operate machines.

Other medicines

Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops may interact with other medicines and may cause undesired side effects. Inform your doctor about your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before taking this medicine.

Missed Dose

Do not skip any dose of Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops. Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Since Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not administer more than the prescribed dose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Ergot alkaloids

Beta-2 adrenergic bronchodilators

Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)

Disease interactions

Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition with high blood sugar levels. Prolonged use of Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops may cause a slight increase in your blood sugar levels. Treatment with this medicine should be used with caution if you have a history of diabetes. Your blood sugar levels need to be closely monitored.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Administer Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops as directed by your doctor. Do not administer more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor. Close the cover of the container immediately after use to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the tip of the container. Do not use Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops for a prolonged period as it may cause a recurrence of your symptoms. Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops may cause dryness in your mouth and throat. Consume adequate fluids to keep yourself hydrated. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines if you experience any symptoms that may affect your alertness after the administration of Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops. Do not give Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops to others, even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after seven days. Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the expiry date. Any unused medication should be discarded properly.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Nasivion Care 0.25 mg Drops belongs to a class of medicines called nasal decongestants. It works by narrowing the blood vessels in your nasal passages, reducing the blood flow and providing relief from nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Alpha adrenergic agonists, Nasal Decongestant

Schedule

OTC

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Oxymetazoline. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 22 November 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Oxymetazoline>
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Information on this page was last updated on 28 Dec 2021

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