Xylakem: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Xylakem Benefits & Uses

Xylakem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Xylakem Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 drop Dosage Route: translation missing: en.dosage.Intranasal Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 drop Dosage Route: translation missing: en.dosage.Intranasal Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 drop Dosage Route: translation missing: en.dosage.Intranasal Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Xylakem Related Warnings

Is the use of Xylakem safe for pregnant women?

Xylakem can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Xylakem right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Xylakem safe during breastfeeding?

Xylakem has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Xylakem on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Xylakem on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Xylakem on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Xylakem on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Xylakem on the Heart?

Using Xylakem does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Xylakem with Other Drugs

Xylakem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Albuterol

Albuterol Tablet

Selegiline

Reserpine

Ipratropium

Formoterol

Xylakem Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xylakem unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Heart Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Xylakem

Is this Xylakem habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Xylakem.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Xylakem as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Xylakem should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Xylakem in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Xylakem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Xylakem

You can take Xylakem with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Xylakem

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Xylakem and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Xylakem

Question over 4 years ago

Does Xylakem help with snoring?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Xylakem is helpful in the management of mild snoring which is caused by the blocked nose. Xylakem opens the blocked nose by shrinking the blood vessels present in our nose which provides relief to the user.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Xylakem cause anxiety?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, an intranasal form of Xylakem does not cause anxiety. It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug. However, Oral form of xylometazoline has been associated with anxiety rarely.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Xylakem without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, you can use Xylakem without consulting a doctor because it is an over the counter (OTC) drug which can be taken without a prescription.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Xylakem?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Put 1 - 2 drops or 1 spray of Xylakem in each nostril 2 - 3 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and hyperthyroidism.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely use Xylakem?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Usually, Xylakem is used for short-term treatment (up to 7 days) of nasal congestion. You are advised use it as per your doctor's advice. Do not use it longer than prescribed by your doctor because it can cause rebound congestion.