UTABON Nasal spray

Local relief of the symptoms of nasal congestion in patients suffering from colds, allergic rhinitis and other nasal infections such as sinusitis.

Dosage

Adults: In general, 2 nasal sprays per day. Due to UTABON’s prolonged action, one nasal spray before going to bed will keep the nasal nostrils clear during the entire night.

Children: Two drops in each nostril, keeping the head of the child tilted backward. The application may be repeated twice a day.

Do not administer to children under the age of 6.

Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to patients who are excessively sensitive to any of its components or to adrenergic descongestants.

UTABON can cause soreness, dryness or stinging of the mucous membranes in the nose, and sneezing which, in general, are not serious. The following symptoms usually occur when excessive doses are applied: headache, trembling, insomnia, excessive sweating, throbbing of the heart and unusual nervousness. Reduce the dose if these symptoms appear and consult your physician or pharmacist if you have any doubts as to the correct dosage to be administered.

Excessive use can cause repercussions in the form of nasal congestion which is caused by the medicine itself.

With monoaminneoxidase inhibitors (MAOI) or tricyclic antidepressants.

If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant consult your doctor before using this treatment. The consumption of medicines can be dangerous for the embryo or foetus and must be supervised by your doctor.

Very rarely increases, rather than reducing, the symptoms of nasal congestion. If this happens, consult your physician. If insomnia occurs - very rarely- try to avoid applying the treatment late in the evening or during the night.

Do not exceed the recommended dose. Do not use orally. Do not use for periods of more than 3 days without medical prescription.

Ask your physician before using this product if you suffer from diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease or disease of the thyroid gland or it you are taking medicaments to combat depression or adrenergic bronchodilators for asthma.

The use of the dispenser by more than one person may spread infection.

Congestion of the nasal mucosa is one of the most frequent and troublesome symptoms affecting the processes of the upper respiratory tracts.

The active ingredient of UTABON, oxymetazoline, produces vasoconstriction and the decongestion of the nasal mucosa, and it has a quick-action and prolonged effect.