Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for OTRINOZ N-DPS and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Prescription Statistics
- 12 Available Alternatives for OTRINOZ N-DPS
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Overview
OTRINOZ N-DPS is a Schedule H drug.OTRINOZ N-DPS is composed of: SORBITOL (2 %W/V), XYLOMETAZOLINE (0.1 %W/V)
Sorbitol is a hyperosmotic laxative used to treat occasional constipation.
Xylometazoline nasal is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Xylometazoline nasal (for use in the nose) is used to treat stuffy nose caused by allergies, sinus irritation, or the common cold. Ophthalmic- Relieving redness in eyes.
Usage
SORBITOL is generally used to treat: ConstipationXYLOMETAZOLINE is generally used to treat: Sinus Infection, Common Cold
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Precautions for OTRINOZ N-DPS and its Constituents
Caution should be exercised in patients with
Caution needed for young children, during pregnancy and lactation, patients with
Symptoms of Overdosage
SORBITOL over-dosage can result in: Abdomen Stomach CrampsXYLOMETAZOLINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Dizziness, Fainting
Common Side-Effects
SORBITOL : Diarrhoea, Nausea, Skin IrritationXYLOMETAZOLINE : Runny Nose, Sneezing
Serious Side-Effects
SORBITOL : Vomit, Weakness (generalized), DizzinessXYLOMETAZOLINE : Nausea, Head Headache, Mood Swings, Difficulty Sleeping, Fatigue (tiredness), Body Excessive Sweating
Rare Side-Effects
SORBITOL : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Difficulty BreathingXYLOMETAZOLINE : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching
Disease Interactions
XYLOMETAZOLINE can interfere with: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Diabetes MellitusTechnical Classification
SORBITOL is categorized as: LAXATIVES / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTSXYLOMETAZOLINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS
Prescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
3 Times Daily | 42% |
Others | 18% |
2 Times Daily (1-0-1) | 13% |
SOS | 10% |
2 Times Daily | 8% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
2drops | 48% |
3 drops | 24% |
3drops | 14% |
4drops | 5% |
How long was it prescribed?
15 Days | 37% |
5 Days | 30% |
3 Days | 17% |
7 Days | 9% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
Below 5yrs | 24% |
5 to 12yrs | 22% |
12 to 18yrs | 10% |
18 to 35yrs | 37% |
35 to 50yrs | 5% |
50 to 60yrs | 2% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
Females | 43% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
Pediatrician | 64% |
ENT | 20% |
Physician | 7% |
Rheumatologist | 4% |
Pediatric Gastroenterologist | 2% |
None | 2% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
RELENT TAB TAB | 13% |
ALLEGRA SYR | 10% |
Available Alternatives for OTRINOZ N-DPS
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
COZYMIN 2% W/V/0.1% W/V NASAL SPRAY | INR 51.86 for 10 ML NASAL SPRAY | SORBITOL 2.0 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V |
NOSIKIND 0.1% (NF) NASAL DPS | INR 50.61 for 10 ML NASAL DROPS | SORBITOL 2.0 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V |
OTRINOZ N-DPS | INR 85 for 10 ML DROP | SORBITOL 2 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
NOSIKIND P 2% W/V/0.05% W/V NASAL DPS | INR 32.67 for 10 ML NASAL DROPS | SORBITOL 2.0 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V |
OTRINOZ PEDIATRIC NASAL DPS | INR 69 for 10 ML DROP | SORBITOL 0.2 %W/V, XYLOMETAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V |