Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% is a medicine used to treat nasal congestion (blocked nose) caused by the common cold or flu, hay fever, and other allergies. It shrinks blood vessels in your nose to relieve nasal congestion and blockage.

Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% is used in the treatment of blocked nose in common cold and flu

Uses of Xylocon Nasal Drops

Nasal congestion (blocked nose)

Benefits of Xylocon Nasal Drops

In Nasal congestion (blocked nose)

Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief from nasal congestion that lasts for several hours. It is a safe medicine that can be used to treat congestion caused by colds or allergies such as hay fever. It should be used as prescribed and should not be taken for more than seven days in a row (preferably less). Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.

Side effects of Xylocon Nasal Drops

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Xylocon

Burning sensation
Dry nose
Headache
Nausea
Irritation

How to use Xylocon Nasal Drops

Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Tilt your head as far back as possible and hold the dropper close to the nose without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine in the nose. Bend your head forward for a few minutes.

How Xylocon Nasal Drops works

Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% is a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the small blood vessels in the inner surface of the nose. This provides temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% works right away and each dose provides relief for up to 12 hours.
The right way to use the nasal spray:
- Shake the bottle before using the medicine.
- Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine.
- Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril.
- Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose.
- Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril.
Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% can make nasal congestion worse if used for more than 7 days in a row (called rebound congestion).
Avoid deep breathing as it will cause medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective.
Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenylpropane Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Sympthatomimmetics- alpha 1 (Nasal)

Patient concerns

Nasal congestion, cough, vomiting, ear blocked and pain

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.

Nose blocked unable to breathe. Used nasal clear still blocked

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

Can be due to deviated septum Visit ent specialist

FAQs

What is Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% used for?

Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% is used for the treatment of allergic conditions that cause runny nose or stuffy nose, sneezing and inflammation of the sinuses.

Is Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% safe?

Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What should I know before using Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025%?

Before using Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025%, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have or ever had any problems related to your eyes. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.

What should I do if I forget to use Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025%?

If you forget to use Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025%, do not worry and continue using Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure or have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

Is Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% effective?

Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Xylocon Nasal Drops 0.025% too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

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