Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Drops

Otrivin Paediatric 0.05% Nasal Drops – Xylometazoline, 10 ml

Otrivin Paediatric Nasal Drops from GSK contain Xylometazoline 0.05% w/v in a strength formulated specifically for children. Note this is a different molecule from Otrivin Oxy, which uses oxymetazoline. Xylometazoline narrows the swollen blood vessels in the nasal lining, shrinking the tissue that blocks a child’s narrow airway and making it easier for them to breathe, feed and sleep. The dropper allows a controlled dose into each nostril. 10 ml bottle. Use only as directed by your doctor.

Key Features

• Xylometazoline 0.05% w/v – the paediatric strength
• Formulated for children – gentler concentration than adult sprays
• Dropper gives a controlled, measured dose per nostril
• Helps a congested child breathe, feed and sleep more comfortably
• 10 ml bottle from GSK Consumer Healthcare

Composition

• Xylometazoline Hydrochloride – 0.05% w/v

Refer to the pack label and package insert for the complete list of excipients.

Uses & Benefits

• Relieves a blocked nose in children
• Eases congestion from the common cold
• Helps with nasal blockage from hay fever and respiratory allergies
• Clears the airway so a congested child can feed and sleep better
• Fast-acting topical relief without an oral medicine
• Dropper format suits small children who cannot use a spray

Directions for Use

• Use only in the dose and duration your doctor advises
• Tilt the child’s head back and squeeze the dropper without touching the nose with the tip
• Allow the drops to spread, then repeat in the other nostril
• Close one nostril while applying to the other, and ask the child to sniff gently
• Wipe the dropper clean after use; do not share the bottle between children

Precautions

• Do not use for more than 10 consecutive days. Prolonged use can cause rebound congestion and, over time, atrophic rhinitis
• Do not stop abruptly after extended use – this triggers rebound blockage; taper as your doctor advises
• Do not exceed the prescribed dose – children absorb decongestants more readily than adults
• Tell your doctor about any heart condition, thyroid disorder or diabetes in the child
• Mild nasal stinging, dryness or sneezing can occur and is usually brief
• For external nasal use only. Consult your doctor if congestion persists

Storage

• Store below 25°C in a dry place
• Keep the bottle tightly closed; protect from direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children

Disclaimer

This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Nasal decongestants are intended for short-term use only – if a blocked nose persists beyond a week, or is accompanied by fever, facial pain or discoloured discharge, consult a doctor.