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Zezdochka Nasal Drops is a type of nasal drops commonly used in the treatment of stuffy nose caused by rhinitis, sinusitis, colds,... So what is Zezdochka Nasal Drops and how to use this medicine? any?
1. What is Zezdochka Nasal Drops?
Zezdochka Nasal Drops is a nasal drop with the main ingredient in each 10ml of the drug is Xylometazolin hydrochloride 10mg.
Xylometazolin is a sympathomimetic drug, similar to naphazolin. Xylometazolin has a rapid and prolonged local vasoconstriction effect, which helps to reduce swelling and congestion on mucosal contact. Xylometazolin acts directly on the α-adrenergic receptors in the nasal mucosa, causing vasoconstriction here, thereby reducing blood flow through the nose and reducing congestion. However, the decongestant effect of this active ingredient is only temporary, and in some cases, congestion can return. Xylometazolin is also effective in reducing conjunctival congestion.
After topical application of xylometazolin solution in the nasal mucosa or conjunctiva, the vasoconstrictor effect occurs within 5-10 minutes and persists for about 10 hours. Sometimes drugs can be absorbed into the body and cause systemic effects.
Zezdochka Nasal Drops is indicated in the following cases:
Nasal congestion, nasal congestion due to acute or chronic rhinitis, sinusitis, colds, colds or allergies of the upper respiratory tract. In the case of otitis media, the drug is used as a method of supporting congestion in the nasal mucosa - pharynx. Zezdochka Nasal Drops is contraindicated in the following cases:
People who are sensitive to the drug. Children under 12 years old. People with closed-angle glaucoma. People with a history of hypersensitivity to adrenergic drugs. People who are using tricyclic antidepressants. Use Zezdochka Nasal Drops with caution:
Do not use Zezdochka Nasal Drops repeatedly and continuously to avoid severe congestion again. If you use Zezdochka Nasal Drops on your own, do not use it for more than 3 days in a row. When using Zezdochka Nasal Drops continuously for 3 days does not feel better, you need to stop the drug and see a doctor. Zezdochka Nasal Drops should be used with caution in people with heart disease, hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, prostate enlargement, diabetes, who are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors. The effect of Xylometazolin on the fetus is unknown, so pregnant women should use the drug only when clearly needed. It is not known whether Zezdochka Nasal Drops is excreted in breast milk.
2. Dosage and how to use Zvezdochka Nasal Drops
Use Zezdochka Nasal Drops as prescribed by your doctor or average dose:
Adults and children 12 years and older: Use a dose of 1-2 drops in each nostril, 2-3 times a day. Do not use more than 3 times/day. When overdosing Zezdochka Nasal Drops or prolonged or too often can cause irritation of the nasal mucosa, systemic reactions, especially in children. Poisoning due to overdose of Zezdochka Nasal Drops in children, mainly causes central nervous system depression, shock such as hypotension / body temperature, tachycardia, sweating, coma.
Management of drug overdose Zezdochka Nasal Drops mainly with symptomatic and adjuvant treatment.
3. Side effects of the drug Zvezdochka Nasal Drops
Common side effects of Zezdochka Nasal Drops include:
Local irritation. Less common side effects of Zezdochka Nasal Drops include:
Burning, dryness or ulceration of the mucous membranes. Sneezing . Return of congestion may occur with manifestations such as redness, swelling and rhinitis when using Zezdochka Nasal Drops regularly and for a long time. Rare side effects of Zezdochka Nasal Drops include:
Nausea. Headache. Dizzy . Nervous. Chest palpitations. Slow pulse. Arrhythmia. If you see unusual symptoms when using Zezdochka Nasal Drops, tell your doctor or go to a medical facility for timely support from medical staff.
How to handle side effects of the drug Zezdochka Nasal Drops:
With mild symptoms, usually just follow up and go away on their own. Special attention should be paid to the occurrence of side effects due to systemic drug absorption, mainly for symptomatic and adjuvant treatment. Intravenous phentolamine may be effective in treating severe side effects of the drug.
4. Interactions of Zvezdochka Nasal Drops with other drugs
Use of Zezdochka Nasal Drops together with monoamine oxidase inhibitors, maprotiline or tricyclic antidepressants may cause a severe hypertensive reaction.
The article has provided information about the uses, doses and precautions when using Zezdochka Nasal Drops. To ensure safety for your health and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to use Zezdochka Nasal Drops exactly as directed by your doctor.
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