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Oxymet Nasal Spray is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Oxymet Nasal Spray safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Oxymet Nasal Spray for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Oxymet Nasal Spray safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Oxymet Nasal Spray for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Oxymet Nasal Spray on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Oxymet Nasal Spray on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oxymet Nasal Spray on the Liver?
Oxymet Nasal Spray is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Oxymet Nasal Spray on the Heart?
You can take Oxymet Nasal Spray without any fear of damage to the heart.
Oxymet Nasal Spray should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxymet Nasal Spray unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxymet Nasal Spray habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oxymet Nasal Spray.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Oxymet Nasal Spray as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Oxymet Nasal Spray does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oxymet Nasal Spray for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oxymet Nasal Spray
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Oxymet Nasal Spray together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxymet Nasal Spray
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Oxymet Nasal Spray.
Put 1 - 2 drops or 1 spray of Oxymet Nasal Spray in each nostril 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (high blood pressure), diabetes mellitus, and hepatic or renal disorder.
Oxymet Nasal Spray contains oxymetazoline which is a nasal decongestant that works by causing constriction (shrinking) of blood vessels which are present in our nose. This results in the decrease of swelling and congestion in the nose which opens the nasal passages and relieves from nasal stuffiness that allows easy nasal breathing.
Oxymet Nasal Spray is a brand name of oxymetazoline and it is available in the form of nasal drops and nasal spray. It belongs to the class of drug known as an alpha-adrenergic agonist (sympathomimetic agent). It is an over the counter (OTC) drug that is used to provide relief from nasal congestion associated with common cold, hay fever, sinusitis, and allergic rhinitis.
Yes, Oxymet Nasal Spray can be discontinued without doctors advice if you are taking it by yourself. However, if it has been prescribed by your doctor and you are planning to discontinue it, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
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References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rhofade™ (oxymetazoline hydrochloride)