Xynosine 0.10% Nasal Spray Aq 15 ml works by narrowing the blood vessels in the nose area, reducing swelling and congestion.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Xynosine 0.10% Nasal Spray Aq 15 ml

Burning or stinging sensation at application site

Dryness of mouth/throat

Dryness of eyes

Headache rare

Increased blood pressure severe

Dizziness

Increased heartbeat rare

Uses of Xynosine 0.10% Nasal Spray Aq 15 ml
What is it prescribed for?

Nasal congestion
This medicine is used to relieve nasal congestion caused due to common cold, sinusitis infection, and allergies.

Eye congestion
Eye congestion

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 5-10 minutes of administration.

Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 10 hours.

Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Contact your doctor and discuss the risks associated with the use of this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?
The amount of medicine excreted in the breast milk and its effect on the nursing infant is unknown and hence use is not recommended. Consult your doctor and discuss the benefits and risks associated with the use of this medicine.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to Xynosine 0.10% Nasal Spray Aq 15 ml or any other ingredient present with it.

Heart diseases
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a disease of the heart and the blood vessels.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Contact your doctor and discuss the risks associated with the use of this medicine.

Breast-feeding
The amount of medicine excreted in the breast milk and its effect on the nursing infant is unknown and hence use is not recommended. Consult your doctor and discuss the benefits and risks associated with the use of this medicine.

General Warnings

Increase in blood pressure
Use of this medicine may cause and increase in the blood pressure levels and hence should be used with caution in patients who are hypertensive.

Heart disease
Use of this medicine has been associated with an increased risk of adverse effects on the cardiovascular system and hence should be used with caution if you have an active disease of the heart.

Thyroid gland disorder
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from a disorder of the thyroid gland. You might need to undergo certain tests to determine the safe and effective use of this medicine.

Diabetes
Use of this medicine can alter the blood sugar levels and hence should be used with caution in patients who are diabetic.

Difficulty in urination
Use of this medicine can cause pain and difficulty in urination for patients having an enlarged prostate gland. It should be used with caution in such cases.

Prolonged usage
This medicine should not be used for more than 3 times a day as prolonged exposure may cause the congestion to recur or worsen.

Neurosurgery
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have recently had a surgery to remove pituitary gland tumor or other surgeries that may expose the outer layers of the brain.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.

Overdose
Contact your doctor if an overdose with this medicine is suspected. The symptoms may be more severe if the medicine is ingested orally.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Linezolid moderate

Sibutramine moderate

Disease interactions

moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an enlarged prostate gland. Prolonged use and a high dose of this medicine should be avoided in such cases. Report any instance of increased difficulty in urination to the doctor.

moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering a disease of the heart and the blood vessels. Do not exceed the dose amount recommended by the doctor.

moderate
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients having diabetes. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring of blood sugar levels while using this medicine.

General Instructions

Take Xynosine 0.10% Nasal Spray Aq 15 ml following all the directions on the label or the package insert. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for a prolonged duration. It should not be taken more than three times a day. Contact your doctor if symptoms do not improve after 5 days of use.

References

webmd.com –
Xylometazoline [Internet].
Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-6311-9214/xylometazoline-nasal/decongestant-spray-nasal/details
[cited 9/7/2020].