Naphthazoline Nasal Spray 2% Nasal Decongestant Solution 10 ml

Naphthazoline Nasal Spray is a nasal spray based on Nafazoline hydrochloride .

Therapeutic indications

Naphthazolin Nasal Spray is a decongestant in nasal, paranasal and nasopharyngeal inflammatory processes

Dosage and Posology

Administer three intra-nasal sprays, two or three times a day.

Overdose

Do not exceed the indicated doses, in order to avoid side effects, such as bradycardia, drowsiness, damage to the nasal mucosa.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity and towards the components of the product
• Chronic rhinitis
• Severe heart disease and high blood pressure
• Hyperthyroidism
• Glaucoma
• Prostatic hypertrophy The drug is contraindicated in children under 12 years of age
• Do not administer during or in the two weeks following monoamine oxidase inhibitor therapy
• Do not take orally
• Do not use for more than four consecutive days

Side effects

The product can locally cause phenomena of intolerance or rebound mucous congestion. For high-dose treatments or for prolonged therapies beyond four days, the absorption of naphazoline through the inflamed mucous membranes can cause systemic effects consisting of arterial hypertension, reflex bradycardia, headache, urination disturbances. In the event of an overdose, such as in the case of accidental oral intake, arterial hypertension, tachycardia, chest tightness, severe headache and, in children, hypothermia, central nervous system depression with marked sedation occur, symptoms which require treatment. application of adequate emergency measures.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Particular caution in the use of the product must be adopted during the first months of pregnancy and during the lactation period.

Special warnings

The product, if accidentally ingested, can cause toxic phenomena. Keep out of the reach and sight of children. In patients with cardiovascular diseases, and especially in hypertensive patients, the use of nasal decongestants should be subject to the judgment of the physician. The prolonged use of vasoconstrictors can alter the normal function of the nasal mucosa and paranasal sinuses, also inducing addiction to the drug.

Repeating applications for long periods of time can be harmful. Therefore, if favorable results are not appreciated within a few days of starting treatment, discontinue use of the preparation and consult your doctor. Rebound congestion is frequent with the use of nasal decongestants, and can lead, with a vicious circle, to excessive use of the product: therefore, strictly adhere to the recommended doses.

Cases of overdose are more frequent and more severe in children. Particular caution should be adopted in children, the elderly and women in the first months of pregnancy. Children and sensitive people should be given the preparation at a concentration of 0.50 per thousand, that is, adding three parts of water to one part of Rino Naftazolina.

Expiry and Retention

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30 ° C.

Warning : do not use Naphtazolin Nasal Spray after the expiry date stated on the package.

Composition

100 ml of nebulized solution of Naphthazolin Nasal Spray contain:

Active principle

Nafazoline hydrochloride g 0.200

Excipients

P-oxybenzoic esters, purified water.