Xylometazoline

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1. OTRIVIN XYLOMETAZOLINE BY:- MOHD AFZAL GOUR BSC BT II YEAR

2. DESCRIPTION It is used for treating nasal congestion and minor inflammation due to allergies or colds. A nasal vasoconstricting decongestant drug which acts by binding to the same receptors as adrenaline. It is applied as a spray or as drops into the nose to ease inflammation and congestion of the nasal passageways.

3. MECHANISM OF ACTION It binds alpha-adrenergic receptors to activate the adrenal system which causes systemic vasoconstriction, thereby easing nasal congestion. Xylometazoline is a direct acting sympathomimetic drug . V asoconstriction , leads to decrease in blood flow in the nasal passages and consequently decreased nasal congestion.

4. Side Effects:- Nose irritation. Sneezing . Burning . Tingling. Runny nose . Headache . Dry nose. Upset stomach .

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