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How to Take Xylometazoline and it's Dose


It comes as nasal drops to instill into the nose as directed by your physician.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult: Nasal congestion- As 0.1% solution: Instill into each nostril- 2-3 times/day. Max duration: 5 days.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with angle closure glaucoma, surgeries in which the dura mater is exposed.

Drug Name : Xylometazoline

This medication is a decongestant, used to relieve nasal and sinus congestion due to colds, allergies, and hay fever.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Xylometazoline

India :


International :


Afrin, Anefrin, Dristan, Mucinex, Nostrilla, Vicks Sinex, Zicam, Otrivin, Triaminic Decongestant
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