Nazivin is a drops or spray with a vasoconstrictor effect for topical application, alpha2-adrenergic agonist. Reduces swelling of the nasal mucosa and the amount of discharge. The active ingredient is Oxymetazoline.

The drug reduces the amount of nasal discharge, restores nasal breathing, relieves swelling of the inflamed mucous layers of the nose, and also prevents the development of bacterial complications (sinusitis, sinusitis and otitis media).

Therapeutic doses have no systemic effect.

Nazivin begins to act in ~ 10 minutes after application, the duration of action is up to 12 hours.

Release form:

• Drops in vials with pipette cap 0.05% 0.025% and 0.01%.
• Spray 0.05% in a 10 ml bottle with a spray.

Indications for use

What does Nazivin spray help with? According to the instructions, the drug is prescribed in the following cases:

• With acute diseases of the respiratory tract, which are accompanied by rhinitis (runny nose);
• Allergic rhinitis;
• With vasomotor-allergic rhinosinusopathy ( vasomotor rhinitis- a disease in which a violation of nasal breathing is associated with swelling of the tissues of the nasal cavity);
• If it is necessary to restore drainage in case of sinusitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane paranasal sinuses nose), salpingootitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane of the Eustachian tube and tympanic cavity), otitis media;
• To relieve swelling of the tissues of the nasal cavity before carrying out diagnostic procedures.

Instructions for use Nazivin, spray dosages for adults

The drug in any form of release is intended for intranasal administration (in the nasal passages).

Adults and children over 6 years of age are prescribed nasal drops of 0.05%. Standard dosages, according to the instructions for use of Nazivin (in each nasal passage):

• Drops - 1 to 2 drops \ 2 to 3 times a day;
• Spray - 1 injection \ 2 to 3 times a day.

Duration of use is from 5 to 7 days.

Nazivin Sensitiv

Dosed spray Nazivin Sensitiv 22.5 mcg per dose is prescribed for children and adolescents from 6 to 18 years old. It is recommended to do 1 injection of the solution into each nasal passage 2 or 3 times a day.

Duration of use - up to 7 days.

special instructions

During pregnancy and lactation, it should be used only in dosages prescribed by a doctor.

Long-term use leads to a weakening of the action. Abuse of vasoconstrictors can cause mucosal atrophy, reactive hyperemia with rhinitis medicamentosa, damage to the mucous epithelium and suppression of its activity.

Side effects

The instruction warns of the possibility of the development of the following side effects when prescribing the Nazivin spray:

• Dryness of the nasal mucosa;
• A burning sensation or tingling sensation in the nose after instillation of the drug;
• Irritation of the nasal mucosa, violent sneezing;
• Itchy nose;
• Hyperemia and swelling of the nasal cavity with individual intolerance.

As a rule, all symptoms are not dangerous to humans and go away on their own after discontinuation of the drug.

Contraindications

It is contraindicated to prescribe Nazivin in the following cases:

• Glaucoma;
• Hypersensitivity;
• Atrophic rhinitis;
• Age up to 6 years (for drops / spray 0.05%).

It is prescribed with caution when using MAO inhibitors, increased intraocular pressure, severe forms of arterial hypertension and angina pectoris, thyrotoxicosis.

The use of the drug during pregnancy and lactation is possible only after a careful assessment of the ratio of benefits to the mother and the risk to the fetus or infant. Exceeding the recommended dose is unacceptable.

Overdose

Overdose symptoms - constriction of the pupils, vomiting or nausea, fever, tachycardia, cardiac depression, arterial hypertension, collapse.

If symptoms develop, you should stop using the drug and immediately consult a doctor.

Nazivin or oxymetazoline (this is the name adopted in international practice and the main active ingredient of the drug), it is a drug decongestant - alpha-adrenergic (vasoconstrictor).

Available in three dosage forms - baby nasal drops, nasal drops for adults and nasal spray

Pharmacological action of Nazivin

Nazivin is a topical drug with a vasoconstrictor effect. When used intranasally, the swelling of the mucous membranes is reduced. respiratory tract, in the case of instillation with conjunctivitis, reduces the swelling of the conjunctiva. The action of the drug lasts 6-8 hours, and the manifestation begins after 15 minutes.

Indications for the use of Nazivin

Allergic rhinitis, infectious and inflammatory rhinitis, eustachitis, sinusitis, hay fever... Also, allergic conjunctivitis, conjunctival edema, non-infectious conjunctivitis (dust, smoke, chlorinated water, wind, sun, etc.)

Contraindications to the use of Nazivin

Atrophic runny nose, lactation period and pregnancy, arterial hypertension, acute atherosclerosis, diabetes mellitus, thyrotoxicosis, hypersensitivity, chronic renal failure, CHF, closed glaucoma.

Eye drops are contraindicated for children under 6 years of age.

Side effects of Nazivin

Burning and dryness in the nasal cavity, throat and mouth, sneezing, anxiety, increased blood pressure, dizziness, nausea, headache, palpitations, insomnia, sleep disturbance.

With prolonged use, the following are possible: reactive hyperemia of the nasal membranes and their atrophy, tachyphylaxis.

When introduced into the conjunctival sac: irritation of the surrounding tissues and the conjunctiva itself, accommodation paresis, eyelid retraction, mydriasis.

Symptoms of a Nazivin overdose

Intrasal use - depression of the central nervous system, takardia, increased blood pressure.

When used as eye drops: increased pressure (intraocular), dry and irritated eyes, mydriasis.

Treatment with Nazivin is symptomatic

Dosage and methods of application of Nazivin

Children 6-12 years old: 1 spray, alternately, into each nostril. With conjunctival edema - 1-2 drops of a 0.025% solution, alternately, into each conjunctival sac. The same for stagnation with a runny nose. Apply up to 3-4 times a day, but not more than 3-5 days. To continue the course, a specialist consultation is required.

Adults and adolescents over 12: 1-2 drops of 0.05% solution in each nostril 2-3 times a day. Or, alternatively, 2-3 drops of solution in each nostril, morning and evening (every 12 hours).

Addition

Use extreme caution when handling nasal drops, avoiding eye contact.

The drug Nazivin can affect visual acuity and reaction rate. Consider this.

Interaction of Nazivin with other drugs

Nazivin inhibits the absorption of local anesthetic, painkillers drugs, increases their duration of action. At joint application with other vasoconstrictors, the likelihood of side effects increases. In the case of simultaneous administration with antidepressants and MAO blockers, blood pressure rises significantly.

Majority medications are divided into children and adults. In preparations for children, the amount of active substance... Also, the manufacturer tries to choose only proven and clinically tested components for the manufacture of such drugs. Nasal drops "Nazivin" were no exception. Today's article will provide an overview of this drug and his instruction.

Characteristic: the composition of the drug and its types

The drug "Nazivin" for children (drops) is available in several variations. In pharmacies, you can purchase the product placed in a glass container. The pipette of such a medicine will be twisted and graduated. Also, the manufacturer produces drops "Nazivin Sensitive". It is believed that such a medication is suitable for sensitive and allergy-prone patients.

The main active ingredient of the drug is oxymetazoline hydrochloride. Depending on the type of drug, its amount may vary. So, the following drops are presented to the consumer for purchase:

• "Nazivin" for children under one year old 0.01% (can be used from the first days of life);
• "Nazivin" 0.025% (suitable for children from 1 to 6 years old);
• "Nazivin" 0.05% (used for children after 6 years of age and adults).

As you already know, the drug has a separate line "Sensitive". For newborns, this medicine contains the same amount of oxymetazoline as in regular drops. For children from one year old, the product is available in the form of a metered spray. One spray contains 11.25 mcg of active ingredient. After 6 years, the manufacturer suggests using the spray in a double dosage: one spray - 22.5 mcg. Drops "Nazivin" are produced in a volume of 5 and 10 milliliters.

Action of the medicine

How does Nazivin (drops) work? The instruction says that the medication has a vasoconstrictor effect. After application, a quick decongestant effect is noted. The consumer's breathing is restored, general well-being is normalized and the amount of nasal discharge is reduced. In addition, the medication improves ventilation between the sinuses and the ear. This fact does not allow complications to arise: otitis media, eustachitis and sinusitis develop.

Indications for prescribing the drug for children

"Nazivin" for children (drops up to a year and after) is used only on the recommendation of a doctor. It is unacceptable to take such medications on your own. The doctor prescribes the medicine in the following situations:

• vasomotor and acute rhinitis;
• sinusitis and sinusitis;
• otitis media and eustachitis (in combination therapy);
• respiratory viral and bacterial diseases, accompanied by nasal congestion and edema.

The drug is used in preventive purposes in cases where there is a risk of edema formation: during research, rhinoscopy, a tendency to otitis media, and so on.

Read the contraindications before use

When should you not use drops "Nazivin"? Until a year, the drug is not prescribed at a dose of 0.05% and 0.025%. Children under 6 years of age are not prescribed drops containing 0.05% oxymetazoline solution. It is forbidden to use the spray in any dose for newborns.

The drug is not prescribed to patients who have a high sensitivity to its components. Also, a contraindication to use will be hypertension, angle-closure glaucoma, atrophic and drug-induced rhinitis. During pregnancy, the use of baby drops and an adult spray is prohibited.

"Nazivin" (drops). Children: instructions for use. Dosage and scheme of application

The drug is injected exclusively into the nasal passages. Before that, you should clear the sinuses of mucus as much as possible. During the administration of the drug, the child should be in horizontal position... Throw the crumbs' head back strongly. After that, enter the amount of the drug indicated in the annotation by age. As you already know, Nazivin drops have a pipette with marked portions. If you use the Sensitive ruler, then one press there will be equal to squeezing out a single dose. Sprays are injected exclusively in an upright position.

• Drops "Nazivin" 0.01% are prescribed to children in the first month of life, 1 drop. From the fifth week, it is permissible to use 1-2 drops in each nasal passage.
• The drug "Nazivin" 0.025% is recommended for 1-2 drops for children from 1 year to 6 years old. If this type is used after 6 years, then it is advisable to double the portion and inject 2-4 drops.
• "Nazivin" 0.05% is used in children after 6 years and adults, 1-2 drops.
• The spray is used according to the age of the child and is injected one spray into each nasal passage.

The frequency of application of the drug is up to three times a day. Moreover, the duration of its use should not exceed 5 days. The instructions indicate that the treatment is carried out within 3-5 days. But according to some indications, the doctor can extend this period.

Alternative use of pediatric vasoconstrictor drops

How else can you use drops "Nazivin" for up to a year? The instruction says that it is permissible to apply the medication to cotton swabs, which are then inserted into the nasal passages. In this case, the effect of such an application will be noticeable.

Take sterile cotton wool and bandage. Roll a small turunda out of them, on which you apply the drug. This can be done using the same pipette. Insert the tampons into the nasal passages for 10-15 minutes. Use this method no more than three times a day.

Adverse reactions in which it is necessary to cancel the medication

The drug usually has a positive effect on the patient's condition and does not cause negative reactions. But it also happens that the remedy provokes severe edema and hyperemia occurs. Also, the medication can cause dryness in the nose, sneezing, itching. All of these signs can be attributed to side effects. If they appear, you should stop using the drug and consult a doctor. An antidote is not required in the situations described. The negative consequences go away on their own after the abolition of the vasoconstrictor drops "Nazivin".

With repeated use and an increase in the norms indicated by the instruction, the drug increases blood pressure. The patient's pulse quickens, tachycardia develops.

The development of medication rhinitis: special instructions

You already know how and in what quantity you need to use "Nazivin" for children (drops up to a year). The instruction says that if you use the medicine in prohibited concentrations for babies, then an overdose may occur. It is manifested by nausea and vomiting, insomnia, increased nervous irritability, fever. Respiratory depression, pulmonary edema may also develop. All of these situations are quite dangerous, especially for young children. Therefore, if they occur, you need to immediately call an ambulance.

Long-term use of the drug - even in acceptable doses - leads to atrophy of the nasal mucosa and the development of medication rhinitis. Clinical picture of this disease is manifested by the following symptoms: it is impossible to breathe without drops, constant nasal congestion for no reason, relief of the condition after using the drug, and so on. Rhinitis medication must be treated with more serious drugs (often corticosteroids are required) and only as directed by a doctor.

Pharmacies are overcrowded today various compositions to help manage nasal congestion in children. But it is not so easy to choose, because it is necessary to drip drops, taking into account individual characteristics child's body and the course of the disease. The best option for today is Nazivin. We will consider the properties of this drug, application and instructions in the article.

The effect of a drop in the nose Nazivin

The composition of the presented medication contains oxymetazoline. Due to this, Nazivin has a vasoconstrictor effect. So they use the medicine topically, it is possible to reduce inflammatory process the nasal mucosa, relieving its swelling and discharge from the nasal cavity. If you follow the instructions and dosage, you can restore nasal breathing.

Restoration of aeration of the paranasal sinuses helps to eliminate puffiness, as well as to prevent the development of bacterial complications. The most dangerous are sinusitis, sinusitis and otitis media.

If you apply the drug topically in the dosages indicated by the instructions, then the mucous membrane will not be irritated, and there is no redness. In addition, Nazivin does not have a systemic effect. The positive effect is noticeable already after a few minutes. The resulting effect will last for 12 hours.

Read how to use Nazivin for newborns correctly.

Required dosage and rules of use

It is necessary to use Nazivin only topically in the nose. Due to the unique composition and safe effect, the medicine can be prescribed not only for adults, but also for children.

For babies up to a year

For patients under 4 weeks of age, use the drug 1 drop in each nasal passage 3 times a day. When the crumb is from 5 weeks to a year, then you can drip 1-2 drops into each nostril 3 times a day.

From year

If the child is already one year old, then Nazivin should be used in the amount of 1-2 drops 3 times a day.

How many days to drip

The question always arises for how many days you can drip Nazivin to a child. To comply accurate dosage the medication used has a graduated pipette on which the number of drops is marked. If the child's age corresponds to 1 drop, then the medicine should be taken up to the 1 mark.

It is necessary to carry out the treatment with Nazivin for 3-5 days. In this case, it is necessary to strictly observe the dosage indicated above. If you use drops longer than the specified period, then addiction arises and it is no longer possible to get a positive effect from Nazivin.

Without the knowledge of the doctor, it is impossible to exceed the norm of the drug.

This form of the drug can be used to treat the common cold in patients whose age has not yet reached one year. If your baby is not yet 4 weeks old, then you need to apply one spray in each nostril 2-3 times a day. At the age of 5 weeks to a year, perform 2 sprays 2-3 times a day.

Price

You can buy a drug that relieves nasal congestion at any pharmacy and without a prescription. Costs children's Nazivin only 165 rubles.

Reviews

• Margarita, 34 years old: “When the child had a runny nose, I immediately began to rinse her nose with saline. But he only allowed to remove the mucus as soon as possible, but only Nazivin managed to cope with the nasal congestion. I used the drug for only 3 days and such an unpleasant symptom as a runny nose disappeared. "
• Elena, 25 years old:“I have been using Nazivin for a long time in the treatment of my daughter's cold. During all this time, we have not experienced any side effects. Although my friend's situation is the opposite. When they used the drug, her son had a severe headache and a burning sensation. "
• Veronica, 45 years old: “Nazivin for children does an excellent job with my grandson's nasal congestion. He is 5 years old, but trips to the garden in the cold season always end with the fact that he is sick. I tried many drops: Pinosol, Otrivin, but we failed to get the same effect as from Nazivin. It is enough for us to drip the child's nose for 3-4 days, as a cold immediately recedes. "

Comparison with other drugs

Application of Nazol

The drug is made specifically for the treatment of rhinitis in young patients. With this treatment, it is possible to very quickly eliminate a runny nose, the cause of which is allergies, colds or viruses. If the child has a stuffy nose nazivin does not help, then you can try this remedy.

Nazol is a nasal medication that has a mild vasoconstrictor effect.

If we talk about Nazivin, then it also has a vasoconstrictor effect, but also actively fights against swelling of the nasal mucosa, making it easier to breathe. The main component is oxymetazoline hydrochloride. It is he who removes the swelling of the mucous membrane, and also, unlike Nazol, effectively removes the accumulated mucus. Nazol or Nazivin children will have to choose what is better to drip.

Vibrocil

Consider the Vibrocill first. This spray treats nasal congestion very effectively and quickly. Vibrocil can be used in the form of drops for newborns and in the form of a spray for older children. For elimination infantile rhinitis this medication is considered the most optimal. Do not use it for children who have a tendency to allergies. It will be possible to answer the question of which vibrocil or nasivin is better for children only by trying both remedies.

The spray is allowed to be used for any colds.

Nazivin affects very quickly and strongly, powerfully affecting the delicate mucous membrane of the nose. If you choose between these two drugs, then you should be guided by the age of the baby.

Otrivin

Nazivin, unlike Otrivin, has a lower percentage of the main component in its composition. For this reason, Nazivin has a safe effect for children, while this does not affect its effectiveness in any way.

The drug can be purchased at a pharmacy at a price of 190 rubles.

What to do if the remedy does not help

As noted earlier, the duration of treatment with the presented agent should not exceed 5 days. If during this period, relief has not come, then you should consult a doctor. After examining the child, he will be able to conclude about the advisability of further using Nazivin or prescribing another drug. In this case, you should not make independent decisions, otherwise you can harm the baby.

What will happen if an adult drug is dripped into a child

It is not recommended to use the adult Nazivin for the treatment of children's rhinitis, well, if there is such a situation, then before use it is necessary to dilute the drops with purified water in a 1: 1 ratio.

Cheap counterparts

Analogs are great way save money and at the same time get the desired result. The cheapest analogues of Nazivin include:

1. Nesopin - 84 rubles
2. Xilen - 28 rubles.
3. Rinostop - 17 rubles.
4. Rinonorm - 89 rubles
5. For nose - 120 rubles.
6. Nazol - 140 rubles
7. Fazin - 102 rubles

Video

This video will tell you about the use of Nazivin and its analogues for the treatment of rhinitis in children.

Nazivin is a drug for quickly eliminating a cold in a child. The effectiveness of its use has been proven for years and many mothers, according to reviews, are satisfied with this treatment and the price as well. If you strictly follow the instructions and do not exceed the duration of therapy, then the whole process treatment will take place quickly, and there will be no side effects. You will find a list of children's nose drops from the common cold.

Drug name: NAZIVIN ®

International non-proprietary name:

Dosage form:

Composition
1 ml of the drug contains:
Active substance:
Nazivin 0.01% - Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.1 mg
Nazivin 0.025% - Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.25 mg
Nazivin 0.05% - Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.5 mg
Excipients: benzalkonium chloride 50% solution, disodium edetate dihydrate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, sodium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate, sodium hydroxide 1 M solution, purified water.

Description: Almost transparent, colorless to slightly yellowish solution.

Pharmacotherapeutic group:

ATX code: .

Pharmacological properties

Pharmacodynamics... Nazivin ® (oxymetazoline) has a vasoconstrictor effect. When applied topically to the inflamed nasal mucosa, it reduces swelling and nasal discharge. Restores nasal breathing.
Elimination of mucosal edema helps to restore aeration of the paranasal sinuses, middle ear cavity, which prevents the development of bacterial complications (sinusitis, sinusitis, otitis media).
With local intranasal application in therapeutic concentrations, it does not irritate the mucous membrane, does not cause hyperemia.
With local intranasal administration, the drug does not have a systemic effect. The drug begins to act quickly (within a few minutes). The duration of action of Nazivin is up to 12 hours.

Indications