{"id":18925,"date":"2022-02-25T16:42:31","date_gmt":"2022-02-25T16:42:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=18925"},"modified":"2022-11-26T17:37:48","modified_gmt":"2022-11-26T17:37:48","slug":"nezeril","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/nezeril\/","title":{"rendered":"Nezeril &#8211; Oximetazoline Hydrochloride Uses, Dose And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Nezeril 0.25 <\/strong>mg\/ml\u00a0nasal drops, solution, single-dose container;\u00a00.5 mg\/ml nasal drops, solution, single-dose\u00a0oxymetazoline hydrochloride<br>container<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Nezeril Is And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nezeril nasal spray<\/strong> has a rapid decongestant effect, which reduces nasal congestion and thus facilitates breathing.\u00a0The effect comes within a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nizoral is used for short-term treatment of nasal congestion in colds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxymetazoline hydrochloride contained in Nezeril may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professionals if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before You Take Nezeril<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Take Nezeril<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to oximetazoline hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of <strong>Nezeril nasal spray<\/strong> listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use <strong>Nezeril nasal spray<\/strong> for children under 2 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Nezeril<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy And Breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><em>Pregnancy:<\/em>\u00a0No adverse effects on the fetus have been demonstrated.<\/li><li><em>Breast-feeding:<\/em>\u00a0As no studies have been performed, it is not known whether Nezeril passes into breast milk.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No studies have been performed, but to date, there is no evidence that Nezeril affects the ability to drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to take Nezeril<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Nasal drops 0.25 mg \/ ml<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Children 2-7 years:<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong>2 drops in each nostril 2-3 times a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Children 7-10 years:<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong>1\u00a0single-dose container\u00a0is emptied into each nostril 2-3 times a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Nasal drops 0.5 mg \/ ml<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Adults and children from 10 years:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a01\u00a0single-dose container\u00a0is emptied into each nostril 2-3 times a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Nizoral<\/em><\/strong> should not be used for more than 10 consecutive days.&nbsp;When used for a long time, Nezeril may cause nasal congestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instructions For Nezeril Uses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=19721117000049#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/imaging\/resources\/e310e373-7c56-44d7-8d78-1cc21f0ee528\" alt=\"Open the single-dose container by turning the wing.\" title=\"Open the single-dose container by turning the wing.\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Instructions for use children:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Remove a&nbsp;single-dose container&nbsp;.&nbsp;Shake the contents of the bottom of the single-dose container.&nbsp;Hold the single-dose container upright and open it by turning the wing (see figure).NOTE!&nbsp;If the&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is 2 drops, first squeeze out 1 drop that is not to be used.Repeat with a new&nbsp;single-dose container&nbsp;, so that two pieces are ready for use.<\/li><li>Carefully clean the baby&#8217;s nose.<\/li><li>Lay the baby on its back with its head bent back or tilt the baby&#8217;s head back.<\/li><li>Empty a&nbsp;single-dose container&nbsp;into each nostril.<\/li><li>Carefully turn the baby&#8217;s head alternately to the right and left a few times, and the drops will spread over the nasal&nbsp;mucosa&nbsp;.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Instructions for use for adults and children from 10 years:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Sniff your nose.<\/li><li>Remove a&nbsp;single-dose container&nbsp;.&nbsp;Shake the contents of the bottom of the single-dose container.&nbsp;Hold the single-dose container upright and open it by turning the wing (see figure).<\/li><li>Tilt your head back and empty the single-dose container into one nostril.&nbsp;Then empty a new&nbsp;single-dose container&nbsp;into the other nostril.<\/li><li>Sniff in air briefly and lightly a couple of times and the drops spread over the&nbsp;mucous membrane&nbsp;of the nose .<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Take More Nezeril Than You Should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.&nbsp;a child ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Take Nezeril<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten&nbsp;dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible Nezeril Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Uncom<\/strong><\/em><strong><em>mon<\/em>\u00a0(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Sneezing<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/dry-mouth\/\">Dry mouth<\/a><\/li><li>Throat<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Rare<\/strong><\/em><strong>\u00a0(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/anxiety-strong-feelings-of-worry\/\">Anxiety<\/a><\/li><li>Irritability<\/li><li>Local irritation of the nose, sleep disorders in children<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When used for a long time, Nezeril may cause nasal congestion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Store Nezeril<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The single-dose containers should be stored in their inner envelope even after they have been opened.<\/li><li>Single-dose containers\u00a0in an opened inner envelope are stable for 3 months.<\/li><li>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and inner envelope after EXP.\u00a0data.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents Of The Pack And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is oxymetazoline hydrochloride.<\/li><li>1 ml contains:<br>Nezeril nasal drops 0.25 mg \/ ml: 0.25 mg oximetazoline hydrochloride.\u00a0<br>Nezeril nasal drops 0.5 mg \/ ml: 0.5 mg oximetazoline hydrochloride.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/bion-tears\/\">hypromellose<\/a>, disodium edetate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/biphozyl\/\">disodium phosphate dihydrate<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/addens-sodium-chloride-b-braun\/\">sodium chloride<\/a> and purified water.<\/li><li>Nezeril nasal drops in\u00a0single-dose containers\u00a0are free of\u00a0preservatives<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Single-dose\u00a0plastic container.\u00a0The single-dose containers are packed in airtight envelopes with 10\u00a0single-dose containers\u00a0in each envelope.<\/li><li><em>Pack size:<\/em><ul><li>20 st.\u00a0single-dose container, box<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder And Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Marketing Authorisation Holder:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perrigo Sverige AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 7009<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>164 07 Kista<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Curida AS, Solb\u00e6rveien 5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2409 Elverum, Norway<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nezeril has an immediate decongestant result, relieves nasal congestion and thus enables breathing. 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