Nasol Baby

External remedy for a runny nose Nazol baby is an α-adrenomimetic drug from a series of decongestants. The active ingredient of the drug is phenylephrine, which according to the ATX classification has the code 1101AA04.

Indications Nasol Baby

Nazol baby is prescribed to eliminate the symptoms of rhinitis:

• for respiratory viral infections, acute respiratory diseases;
• for allergic rhinitis;
• for hay fever;
• for sinusitis, salpingoitis.

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Release form

Nazol baby is available in the form of intranasal drops, 5 ml, 10 ml, 15 ml or 30 ml of 0.125% solution. The bottle is polyethylene, with a screw cap and a built-in spout. The cap has a conical shape with a protective ring, guaranteeing the integrity of the packaged bottle.

Nazol baby drops are a transparent, almost colorless liquid, which contains phenylephrine g/x 0.125 g, as well as additional substances in the form of benzalkonium chloride, glycerol, macrogol, sodium dihydrogen phosphate, etc.

Pharmacodynamics

Phenylephrine hydrochloride is the main active ingredient of Nazol baby. It eliminates swelling and redness of the mucous membranes, reduces exudative discharge, helps to restore freedom of breathing, and lowers pressure in the paranasal sinuses and in the middle ear cavity. These properties are characteristic of this active component, as it is an agonist of α1-adrenergic receptors (sympathomimetic substance). Its main action is vasoconstriction, which occurs by activating α1-receptors in the superficial mucous layer. Due to this, congestion in the tissues weakens, and the patency of the nasal sinus openings improves.

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Pharmacokinetics

The drug Nazol baby and, in particular, its active ingredient phenylephrine, practically does not enter the systemic bloodstream, therefore there is no data on the pharmacokinetic properties of the drug.

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Dosing and administration

Nazol Baby is intended only for instillation into the nasal cavity. To apply the drops, turn the bottle upside down and squeeze it slightly with your fingers.

The dosage of the drug is calculated as follows:

• for children from birth to one year of age – 1 drop, once every 6 or more hours;
• children from one to six years old – 1-2 drops once every six hours;
• children over six years of age and adults – 3-4 drops at a time.

The duration of therapy is no more than 3 days in a row.

Before instillation, it is recommended to clear the nasal passages of mucus and tilt your head back.

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Use Nasol Baby during pregnancy

Adequate experimental studies on the use of Nazol baby by pregnant and lactating women have not been conducted. Since the drug is recommended for use in children from the age of six, women during pregnancy should use other medications recommended by a doctor.

Contraindications

• Tendency to allergic reactions to individual components of the drug Nazol baby.
• Pathologies of the heart and blood vessels (in particular, ischemic heart disease or coronary artery sclerosis).
• Persistent high blood pressure.
• Hyperthyroidism.
• Diabetes mellitus.
• Pregnancy and lactation period.
• Children under six years of age.

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Side effects Nasol Baby

Side effects during treatment with Nazol baby occur rarely and may manifest as local or systemic reactions:

• itching, pain and discomfort in the nasal cavity;
• headaches, dizziness;
• tachycardia, heart rhythm disturbances;
• increased blood pressure;
• increased sweating;
• paleness of the skin;
• trembling in the fingers;
• sleep disorders.

After finishing treatment with Nazol baby, side effects disappear on their own.

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Overdose

There is no specific information about possible overdose of Nazol Baby. Theoretically, one can assume the occurrence of such symptoms as heart rhythm disorders, headache, heaviness in the legs, high blood pressure, irritability.

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Interactions with other drugs

The vasoconstrictive effect of phenylephrine may be enhanced after combined use with MAO inhibitors (eg, procarbazine) or with tricyclic antidepressants.

Hormonal thyroid drugs increase the risk of developing heart failure, especially in the presence of coronary atherosclerosis.

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Storage conditions

Nazol baby is stored at normal temperature, not exceeding +30°C. When choosing a storage location, it is necessary to take into account the lack of free access of children to medicines.

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Shelf life

The shelf life of Nazol baby is up to 2 years, after which the drops should be disposed of.

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