Nasal congestion: Intranasal: Spray: 2 sprays in each nostril every 8 to 10 hours (maximum: 6 sprays in each nostril daily).
Dosage adjustment for concomitant therapy: Significant drug interactions exist, requiring dose/frequency adjustment or avoidance. Consult drug interactions database for more information.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.
Refer to adult dosing.
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.
Solution, Nasal, as hydrochloride [spray]: 0.1%
Not available in the United States.
Intranasal: For intranasal use only. Before first use, prime pump by spraying several times into air until a fine mist appears. Blow nose to clear nostrils before use. Tilt head slightly backward and then spray solution into each nostril. After application inhale deeply. Wipe tip of container clean after each use.
Note: Not available in the United States.
Nasal Congestion: Temporary relief of nasal and nasopharyngeal mucosal congestion
Sound-alike/look-alike issues:
Otrivin may be confused with Lotrimin
The following adverse drug reactions and incidences are derived from product labeling unless otherwise specified.
1% to 10%:
Central nervous system: Headache
Gastrointestinal: Nausea
Local: Application site burning
Respiratory: Dry nose, nasal discomfort
<1%, postmarketing, and/or case reports: Cardiac arrhythmia, hypersensitivity reaction, tachycardia, visual impairment (transient)
Hypersensitivity to xylometazoline or any component of the formulation; patients with transphenoidal hypophysectomy or surgery exposing the dura mater; narrow angle glaucoma; rhinitis sicca or atrophic rhinitis
Concerns related to adverse effects:
• Rebound nasal congestion: Frequent or prolonged use may cause nasal congestion to recur or worsen.
Disease-related concerns:
• Cardiovascular disease: Use with caution in patients with hypertension or heart disease.
• Diabetes mellitus: Use with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus.
• Thyroid disease: Use with caution in patients with thyroid disease.
• Prostatic hyperplasia/Urinary obstruction: Use with caution in patients with prostatic hyperplasia and/or GU obstruction.
Other warnings:
• Appropriate use: If symptoms persist longer than 3 days consult health care provider. Container should not be used by more than 1 individual.
None known.
Note: Interacting drugs may not be individually listed below if they are part of a group interaction (eg, individual drugs within “CYP3A4 Inducers [Strong]” are NOT listed). For a complete list of drug interactions by individual drug name and detailed management recommendations, use the Lexicomp drug interactions program by clicking on the “Launch drug interactions program” link above.
Alpha1-Blockers: May diminish the vasoconstricting effect of Alpha1-Agonists. Similarly, Alpha1-Agonists may antagonize Alpha1-Blocker vasodilation. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Atomoxetine: May enhance the hypertensive effect of Sympathomimetics. Atomoxetine may enhance the tachycardic effect of Sympathomimetics. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Bromocriptine: May enhance the hypertensive effect of Alpha1-Agonists. Management: Consider alternatives to this combination when possible. If combined, monitor for hypertension and tachycardia, and do not coadminister these agents for more than 10 days. Risk D: Consider therapy modification
Cannabinoid-Containing Products: May enhance the tachycardic effect of Sympathomimetics. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Cocaine (Topical): May enhance the hypertensive effect of Sympathomimetics. Management: Consider alternatives to use of this combination when possible. Monitor closely for substantially increased blood pressure or heart rate and for any evidence of myocardial ischemia with concurrent use. Risk D: Consider therapy modification
Doxofylline: Sympathomimetics may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Doxofylline. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Ergot Derivatives (Vasoconstrictive CYP3A4 Substrates): May enhance the vasoconstricting effect of Alpha1-Agonists. Risk X: Avoid combination
Esketamine: Decongestants (Nasally Administered) may diminish the therapeutic effect of Esketamine. Management: Patients who require a nasal decongestant on an esketamine dosing day should administer the nasal decongestant at least 1 hour before esketamine. Risk D: Consider therapy modification
FentaNYL: Decongestants may decrease the serum concentration of FentaNYL. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Guanethidine: May enhance the arrhythmogenic effect of Sympathomimetics. Guanethidine may enhance the hypertensive effect of Sympathomimetics. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Iobenguane Radiopharmaceutical Products: Alpha1-Agonists may diminish the therapeutic effect of Iobenguane Radiopharmaceutical Products. Management: Discontinue all drugs that may inhibit or interfere with catecholamine transport or uptake for at least 5 biological half-lives before iobenguane administration. Do not administer these drugs until at least 7 days after each iobenguane dose. Risk X: Avoid combination
Kratom: May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Sympathomimetics. Risk X: Avoid combination
Linezolid: May enhance the hypertensive effect of Sympathomimetics. Management: Reduce initial doses of sympathomimetic agents, and closely monitor for enhanced pressor response, in patients receiving linezolid. Specific dose adjustment recommendations are not presently available. Risk D: Consider therapy modification
Lisuride: May enhance the hypertensive effect of Alpha1-Agonists. Risk X: Avoid combination
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors: May enhance the hypertensive effect of Alpha1-Agonists. While linezolid is expected to interact via this mechanism, management recommendations differ from other monoamine oxidase inhibitors. Refer to linezolid specific monographs for details. Risk X: Avoid combination
Ozanimod: May enhance the hypertensive effect of Sympathomimetics. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Pergolide: May enhance the hypertensive effect of Alpha1-Agonists. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Solriamfetol: Sympathomimetics may enhance the hypertensive effect of Solriamfetol. Sympathomimetics may enhance the tachycardic effect of Solriamfetol. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Sympathomimetics: May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of other Sympathomimetics. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Tedizolid: May enhance the hypertensive effect of Sympathomimetics. Tedizolid may enhance the tachycardic effect of Sympathomimetics. Risk C: Monitor therapy
Tricyclic Antidepressants: May enhance the therapeutic effect of Alpha1-Agonists. Tricyclic Antidepressants may diminish the therapeutic effect of Alpha1-Agonists. Risk C: Monitor therapy
According to the manufacturer, use during pregnancy is not recommended.
It is not known if xylometazoline is excreted in breast milk. The manufacturer recommends that caution be exercised when administering xylometazoline to nursing women.
Stimulates alpha-adrenergic receptors in the arterioles of the conjunctiva and the nasal mucosa to produce vasoconstriction
Onset of action: Intranasal: Local vasoconstriction: Within 2 minutes
Duration: Up to 12 hours
