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NASODREN® nasal spray
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What is Nasodren® nasal spray?
Nasodren® is a nasal spray obtained from the juice and natural aqueous extract of fresh tubers of the plant Cyclamen europaeum L.
What is Nasodren® used for?
Nasodren® is used for localised relief of the symptoms of nasal congestion (blocked up feeling in your nose), nasal secretions, loss of smell and facial pain by clearing and draining the mucous secretions retained in sinuses (passages leading to the nose), nasal cavities and upper respiratory tract, providing fast symptom relief from the very first dose.
When you use Nasodren®, you will experience an intense discharge of dammed up secretions from the nose and paranasal cavities, which can last up to two hours. As a result, the headache or facial pain, which often accompanies nasal congestion, rapidly ceases.
In cases of otitis media, the dammed up secretions are rapidly eliminated, resulting in a decrease of earache and recovery of hearing loss.
Before using Nasodren®
Do not use Nasodren®
- If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Cyclamen, Primula and other Primulaceae.
- If you have polyposis of the nose and the paranasal sinuses that can block the meatus and secretion.
Take special care with Nasodren®
- Apply only one spray per day into each nostril.
- Avoid inhaling during application.
- Avoid eye contact. Contact of the product with the eyes, resulting in irritation and symptoms of acute conjunctivitis.
- Take note of the section “If you are taking other medicines”.
- A brief sensation of mild and transient itchiness or burning, sneezing and shedding of tears or an increase in nasal secretions can occur a few minutes after administration. This is entirely normal and occurs when Nasodren® begins to take effect and indicates an optimum reaction to this product’s effectiveness. Treatment should therefore not be interrupted. There may be a pinkish colored discharge from the nose; this should also be no cause to worry.
- Accidental use by patients allergic to Cyclamen, Primula and other Primulaceae, which could lead to swelling of the nasal mucosa, eyelids and/or face.
If you are taking other medicines
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Specially, if you are receiving treatment with anticoagulants (such as coumarin derivatives, acetylsalicylic acid) or anticholinergics (such as atropine).
Other nasal products can be used 1.5-2 hours after using Nasodren®.
Using Nasodren® with food and drink
Nasodren® is not affected by food and drink.
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using Nasodren®.There is no experience regarding the administration of Nasodren® during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Therefore, Nasodren® should not be used if you are pregnant or breast-feeding unless prescribed by your doctor.
Using Nasodren® in children
Nasodren® can be used in children aged 5 years and above. Dosing instructions must be followed exactly.
Driving or using machines
Driving or using machines is not recommended for 2 hours after using the spray.
Instructions for use
Nasodren® is for use in your nose only. Follow instructions and pictures below.
How to prepare the solution
- Open the vial containing the powder by turning the cap counter-clockwise and removing the stopper.
- Open the plastic bottle with the liquid by breaking off the upper part.
- Pour the entire liquid into the vial with the powder.
- Screw the spray nozzle onto the vial and shake gently until fully dissolved. Wait until no foam is visible.
- Remove the protective cap from the spray nozzle.
- Prior to the first administration, press the spray nozzle 2-3 times, aiming it away from the body into the air, avoiding the eyes!
How to use Nasodren®
- Hold your head vertically, do not lean forwards or backwards. Insert the spray nozzle into the right nostril. Stop breathing for a short time (3-5 seconds) and spray the solution into the right nostril by pressing the spray nozzle once only. Breathe out deeply through the mouth once and then breathe normally. Do not inhale during administering the spray!
- Then repeat into the left nostril; as described under 7 above.
- Clean the spray nozzle with a clean paper tissue. Replace the protective cap on the spray nozzle.
How much Nasodren® to use?
The solution should be sprayed daily only once into each nostril, preferably at the same time of day, approximately 2 hours before bedtime. Increasing the daily dose does not result in an increased effect.
How long should you use Nasodren for?
The treatment normally lasts 7-10 days but may be extended to 12-16 days if necessary.
A significant improvement or total symptomatic relief is achieved after 6-8 applications; however, headaches often associated with the condition may reduce or stop completely after only 3-5 applications of Nasodren®. Nevertheless, treatment should be continued for the recommended duration of 7-10 days.
In cases that are complicated by purulent infection, you should contact a doctor. If a second course of treatment is necessary in severe or chronic cases, this should only be initiated 7-10 days after completion of the previous course.
If you use more Nasodren® than you should
Nasodren® overdosage can cause an intense burning in the nasopharyngeal space, without serious consequences.In case of an accidental overdose, irrigation of the nasal cavity through the nostrils with warm water, and pharyngeal gargling with warm water can be useful.
If you forget to use Nasodren®
If you forget to take a dose, continue with treatment on the next day as recommended.
If you stop using Nasodren®
Do not stop treatment sooner than stated in this leaflet, because you may not obtain the expected results. Similarly, do not use Nasodren® longer than stated here.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Possible side effects
Like all products, Nasodren® can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
If prolonged shedding of tears or saliva lasting more than 2 hours, medical attention should be sought.
If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
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