Naphtisin, spray 0.1% 15 ml

Naphthizin has a rapid, pronounced and prolonged vasoconstrictor effect on the nasal mucosa vessels (reduces swelling, hyperemia, exudation).

It eases nasal breathing in rhinitis. After 5-7 days tolerance occurs.

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Indications

Runny nose;
allergic rhinitis;
conjunctivitis;
laryngitis;
acute rhinitis;
sinusitis;
eustachitis;
rhinoscopy (to facilitate the procedure).

Pharmacological effect

Naphthyzin has a rapid, pronounced and long-lasting vasoconstrictor effect on the vessels of the nasal mucosa (reduces swelling, hyperemia, exudation).

Facilitates nasal breathing during rhinitis. After 5-7 days, tolerance occurs.

Special instructions

It is not recommended for use for chronic rhinitis.

With long-term use, it should be taken into account that the vasoconstrictor effect gradually decreases (the phenomenon of tachyphylaxis), therefore, after 5–7 days of use, it is recommended to take a break for several days.

Active ingredient

Naphazoline

Composition

1 ml of solution contains as active substance:
Naphthyzine (naphazoline) 1 mg.
excipients:
boric acid – 20 mg,
purified water – up to 1 ml.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, arterial hypertension, severe atherosclerosis, hyperthyroidism, chronic rhinitis, severe eye diseases, diabetes mellitus; tachycardia; simultaneous use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors and a period of up to 14 days after the end of their use, age up to 18 years (for a 0.1% solution), age up to 1 year (for a 0.05% solution).

Side Effects

Reactions caused by the local action of the drug: irritation of the mucous membrane, reactive hyperemia, when used for more than 1 week – swelling of the mucous membrane, atrophic rhinitis.

Reactions caused by the systemic effect of the drug: nausea, headache, in some cases in predisposed patients – increased blood pressure, tachycardia.

Interaction

Slows down the absorption of local anesthetics.

Storage conditions

In a place protected from light, at a temperature of 10–25 °C. (do not freeze)

Shelf life

3 years

Manufacturer

Lecco CJSC, Russia