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Bidisol is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of a number of respiratory conditions. So what is Bidisol drug effective and how to use this medicine?
1. What are the effects of Bidisol?
Bidisol drug is made in the form of a nasal spray, with the main ingredient of the drug is Oxymetazolin HCl 7.5mg/15ml. Oxymetazolin hydrochloride is an imidazonlin derivative with sympathomimetic effects. Oxymetazolin is structurally and pharmacologically similar to naphazoline and xylometazolin. Oxymetazolin acts on alpha-adrenergic receptors in the arterioles of the nasal mucosa leading to vasoconstriction, decreased blood flow, and decreased nasal congestion. In addition, Oxymetazolin also unclogs the blocked eustachian tube. Thereby allowing the nose to be ventilated in a short time. However, the nose can become vasodilated and congested to some extent if the drug is abused. Therefore, long-term use (at most one week) should be avoided.
Bidisol is indicated in the following cases:
Temporary relief of nasal congestion due to colds, rhinitis, hay fever, sinusitis or upper respiratory allergies. Reduces congestion in the sinuses. Bidisol nasal spray is contraindicated in the following cases:
People with hypersensitivity to any component of Bidisol, or drugs with adrenergic effects. People with glaucoma. Bidisol should not be used in children under 6 years of age. Caution when using Bidisol:
Excessive, prolonged or too frequent use of Bidisol can cause irritation of the nasal mucosa, especially in children. Bidisol should be used with caution in patients with coronary artery disease, angina or hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and hyperthyroidism. Avoid long-term use of Bidisol, at most 1 week. If you need to use Bidisol for a long time, it is necessary to consult a specialist.
2. Dosage and how to use Bidisol
Bidisol is used topically as a spray into the nasal mucosa. Dosage of Bidisol should be according to the doctor's prescription. The recommended dose is as follows:
Children 6 years of age and older and adults: Spray Bidisol into each nostril, twice a day, in the morning and in the evening. How to use Bidisol nasal spray: Open the bottle of Bidisol, spray 1-2 times the first time. Then put the spray nozzle into the nostril, quickly and firmly press the button twice. Inhale gently through the nose immediately after spraying. Close the protective cap of the Bidisol vial after each use.
3. Bidisol side effects
Besides the effects of Bidisol, when taking this medicine, you may also experience some side effects when using it for a long time such as vasodilation or congestion again.
You should notify the treating doctor or immediately go to the nearest medical facility for safe and timely treatment if you encounter any abnormal symptoms on the body, which is suspected to be a side effect caused by taking the drug. Bidisol drug.
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