Asterisk Noz, drops 0.1% 10 ml

Alpha-adrenergic stimulator.

Constricts blood vessels of the nasal cavity mucosa eliminating edema and hyperemia of the mucosa.

Easily eases nasal breathing in rhinitis.

The effect occurs within a few minutes and lasts for several hours.

Indications

– acute allergic rhinitis;

— acute respiratory infections with symptoms of rhinitis;

– sinusitis;

– hay fever;

– otitis media (to reduce swelling of the nasopharyngeal mucosa);

— preparing the patient for diagnostic manipulations in the nasal passages.

Pharmacological effect

Alpha adrenergic stimulator.

Constricts the blood vessels of the nasal mucosa, eliminating swelling and hyperemia of the mucous membrane.

Facilitates nasal breathing during rhinitis.

The action begins within a few minutes and lasts for several hours.

Special instructions

Frequent and long-term use is not recommended for chronic diseases of the nasopharynx.

For “colds” in cases where crusts form in the nose, it is preferable to administer it in the form of a gel.

Do not use simultaneously with MAO inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants.

Active ingredient

Xylometazoline

Composition

Active ingredient:

xylometazoline hydrochloride 10 mg;

Excipients:

sodium dihydrogen phosphate,

sodium hydrogen phosphate,

sodium chloride,

benzalkonium chloride,

purified water.

Contraindications

– arterial hypertension;

– tachycardia;

– severe atherosclerosis;

– glaucoma;

– atrophic rhinitis;

– thyrotoxicosis;

— surgical interventions on the meninges (history);

– pregnancy;

– children’s age (up to 6 years);

– hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

With caution: lactation period, ischemic heart disease (angina), prostate hyperplasia, diabetes mellitus.

Side Effects

When used, it can cause a burning sensation in the nose and throat, local irritation, paresthesia, sneezing, hypersecretion, dryness of the nasal mucosa.

Allergic reactions are possible.

Rarely:

– swelling of the nasal mucosa, palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmias, increased blood pressure, headache, nausea, vomiting, insomnia, blurred vision;

– depression (with long-term use in high doses).

If symptoms occur, stop using the drug and consult a doctor.

Storage conditions

In a place protected from light.

Store in a dry place at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.

Shelf life

3 years.

Manufacturer

Danafa Pharmaceutical Joint, Vietnam