Otrivin is used to treat nasal itching, runny nose, postnasal drip, nasal congestion and sneezing associated with allergic rhinitis. Otrivin is a nasal steroid that works directly on nasal tissue to reduce swelling and inflammation.

Otrivin Description
Otrivin is used to treat nasal itching, runny nose, postnasal drip, nasal congestion and sneezing associated with allergic rhinitis.Otrivin is a nasal steroid that works directly on nasal tissue to reduce swelling and inflammation.

How to Use Otrivin
Ask your doctor or pharmacist to demonstrate the correct way to use a nasal spray. Shake well before using. The medication must reach the nasal tissue to be effective. Blow your nose to clear the nasal passage before using the medication. If passages are blocked, a nasal decongestant may be used first to open the passages allowing proper penetration of the medication. Be sure to aim spray away from the middle of the nose, that is, away from the nasal septum and toward the inflamed areas inside the nasal passages. Use this medication exactly as prescribed. It must be used routinely to be effective. It may take a few days before the benefits of the medication are noticed. If after 2 to 3 weeks no improvement in symptoms is noticed, consult your doctor.

Otrivin Side Effects
Sneezing,lightheadedness, loss of taste, throat irritation or nausea may also occur. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Unlikely but report promptly: persistent nose or throat irritation/soreness, white patchy areas. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Otrivin Interaction
Before using this medication, tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you use, especially of: other nasal products. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Otrivin Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222.Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include severe dizziness, unusual sweating, persistent nausea/vomiting, severe drowsiness, or fast heartbeat.

Otrivin Notes
Do not share this medication with others.

Otrivin Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Otrivin Uses
Otrivin is used to treat nasal itching, runny nose, postnasal drip, nasal congestion and sneezing associated with allergic rhinitis.Otrivin is a nasal steroid that works directly on nasal tissue to reduce swelling and inflammation.

Otrivin Other Uses
This medication has also been used to treat a type of decreased sexual ability (premature ejaculation) in men.Consult your doctor for more details about its other uses.

Otrivin Storage
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid freezing.

Otrivin Precaution
Before taking Otrivin, though very unlikely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed into your bloodstream. This may have undesirable consequences that may require additional corticosteroid treatment. This is especially true for children and for those who have used this for an extended period of time and if they also have serious medical problems such as serious infections, injuries or surgeries. This precaution applies for up to one year after stopping use of this drug. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details, and inform them that you use (or have used) this medication. Caution is advised when using this drug in children.