Vicks Sinex Nasal Spray 15ml bottle

Product details

Therapeutic indications
Vicks Sinex is a solution to be used as a decongestant of the nasal mucosa, especially in case of colds.

Dosage and method of use
Vicks Sinex should be taken in the following doses and methods:

Adults and children over 12 years: 1-2 sprays per nostril every 6-8 hours, unless otherwise indicated by the doctor.

Hold the bottle upright, insert its tip into the nostril and press with a quick and firm motion. After application, inhale deeply with your mouth closed.

Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to product components Prostatic hypertrophy Serious heart disease and arterial hypertension. Glaucoma Hyperthyroidism. Do not administer during and in the two weeks following antidepressant drug therapy (MAOI). Inflammation or lesions of the oral mucosa or skin around the nostrils. The drug is contraindicated in children under 12 years of age.

Special warnings
Use with caution in the first months of pregnancy and, due to the danger of urinary retention, in the elderly. Use with caution even in patients with angina and diabetes. However, in the absence of a complete therapeutic response within a few days, consult your doctor; in any case, the treatment must not be continued for more than 4 consecutive days to avoid a rebound effect and phenomena of rhinitis induced by the drug. Follow the recommended doses scrupulously. The product should be kept out of the reach and sight of children, as accidental ingestion can cause marked sedation.

It must not be used orally. Avoid contact of the liquid with the eyes Benzalkonium chloride (BAC) contained as a preservative in VICKS SINEX 0.05% NASAL SPRAY solution, especially when used for long periods, can cause swelling of the nasal mucosa. If such a reaction (persistent nasal congestion) is suspected, a BAC-free nasal medicine should be used if possible. If such nasal medications without BAC are not available, another pharmaceutical form should be considered. It can cause bronchospasm

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
There are no studies on the use of the product during pregnancy and lactation. Use with caution in the first months of pregnancy. Use the product only under medical supervision.

Expiration and retention
Check the expiration date indicated on the package. The expiry date indicated on the package refers to the product in intact packaging, correctly stored.

Warning: do not use the medicine after the expiry date indicated on the package.

Composition
Vicks Sinex contains:
Active ingredient: Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.0500% w / v
Excipients: Levomentol, Sodium citrate dihydrate, isoctylpolyoxyethylphenol polymer (tiloxapol).