OTRIVIN NASAL DROPS 0.05%

SOLUTION

**How should Otrivin 0.05% be used?** Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, always give Otrivin 0.05% exactly as recommended below. Do not exceed the recommended dosage, especially in children and the elderly. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Do not exceed 3 applications daily into each nostril. It is recommended to make the last application shortly before retiring to bed. The usual doses are as follows:  1. Gently clear your child’s nose. 2. Before using, practice using the dropper to develop good dosage control. 3. Tilt your child’s head slightly back, as far as is comfortable, or if lying on a bed, hang the head over the side. 4. Without touching the dropper to the nose, very carefully apply the drop(s) into each nostril and keep the head tilted back for a short time to allow the drops to spread throughout the nose.  5. If the drop completely misses the child’s nose, administer the drop again. 6. If any part of the drop gets into the nose, do not administer the drop again. 7. Repeat with the other nostril. 8. Clean and dry the dropper before replacing it back into the bottle right after use. 9. To avoid possible spread of infection, the bottle should only be used by one person. Please keep to the doses which appear in the package leaflet or prescribed by your doctor. If you feel that the medicinal product is not effective enough or on the contrary, it is too effective, please consult your doctor or pharmacist. Like other nasal decongestants, Otrivin 0.05% should not be used for more than 7 consecutive days. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor. Prolonged or excessive use may cause stuffiness in the nose to return or worsen.