Drug Information
| Drug Generic Name | XYLOMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE |
| Drug Class | DRUGS ACTING ON THE NOSE |
| Chapter | Ear, Nose and Oropharynx |
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Indications: nasal congestion. Side Effects: (see ephedrine) It may cause a hypertensive crisis if used during treatment with MAO-inhibitors including moclobemide. Dose: instill xylometazoline HCl 0.1% 2-3 drops into each nostril 2-3 times daily when required; max. duration 7 days; not recommended for children over 12 years. Instill xylometazoline HCl 0.05% 1 – 2 drops into each nostril 1 – 2 times daily when required. Not recommended for infants under 3 months of age. |
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