DRUG | SUPPLIED | DOSE | COMMENTS |
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XYLOMETAZOLINE (Paeds) (Otrivin) Mechanism of action: Imidazoline decongestant Ref: 112 Last update: 2021-01-27 |
spray: 0.1% | Children 2 - 12 years old: 1-2 (0.1%) sprays into each nostril Q8 to 10H. (Max 3-7 days duration) |
Prolonged or excessive use may lead to rebound congestion when the drug is discontinued. Administer nasal spray laterally, away from the nasal septum, to avoid causing epistaxis. Standard Prescription: xylometazoline__%:__drop(s)/spray(s) into each nostril Q__H |