Galazolin 0.1% nasal drops, 10 ml

Galazolin 0.1% nasal drops, solution, 10 ml
Xylometazoline hydrochloride

Please read this leaflet carefully as it contains important information for you. Galazolin is available over the counter, but must be taken exactly as directed for best results.
- Do not throw this leaflet away as you may need to read it again.
- If you want to know more or consult, contact your pharmacist.
- If symptoms worsen or do not improve within 3-5 days, consult a doctor.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you experience severe side effects or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet.

Leaflet contents
1. What is Galazolin 0.1% and what is it used for
2. What you need to know before using Galazolin 0.1%
3. How to use Galazolin 0.1%
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Galazolin 0.1%
6 . Other information

1. WHAT GALAZOLIN 0.1% IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR
Galazolin is nasal drops. Its active ingredient, xylometazoline hydrochloride, is a compound of the imidazole group that causes a sympathomimetic effect. Dropped on the nasal mucosa, the preparation constricts the blood vessels, which reduces the hyperemia, swelling and amount of secretions of the nasopharyngeal mucosa. This medicine is used for the common cold, allergic rhinitis or otitis media.

2. BEFORE YOU USE GALAZOLIN 0.1% NOSE DROPS
Galazolin 0.1% should not be used:
- if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to xylometazoline hydrochloride or any auxiliary substance of Galazolin 0.1%;
- if you have a dry runny nose;
- if there is closed-angle glaucoma;
- if the patient has just had the pituitary gland removed or another operation that opened the dura mater.
- If the patient is younger than 7 years.

Special precautions are required:
To prevent the spread of infection, the nasal drop container should only be used by one patient. Patients who suffer from angina pectoris, high blood pressure, diabetes, prostatic hyperplasia or hyperthyroidism should use the drug with extreme caution. The medicine cannot be used together with MAO inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants. If the above circumstances have occurred, you should consult a doctor.

Special warnings for certain patient groups
This medicine should not be used in children under 7 years of age.

Use of other medicines
Interaction between Galazolin and tricyclic antidepressants is rare. If you are taking or have recently taken other medicines, including those bought without a prescription, tell your doctor or pharmacist.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding
It is necessary to consult a doctor or pharmacist before using any medicine. Since xylometazoline hydrochloride may cause systemic vasoconstriction, its use in pregnant women is not recommended. A pregnant woman can use the drug only if, in the doctor's opinion, the benefit to the mother outweighs the risk to the fetus. The drug should be used with caution in nursing mothers.

Driving and using machines
Galazolin does not affect the ability to drive and use machines.

3. HOW TO USE GALAZOLIN 0.1% NOSE DROPS
1 drop of Galazolin contains 0.05 mg of xylometazoline hydrogen chloride. For patients older than 7 years, drops should be placed in each nostril every 8-10 hours. 2-3 drops of Galazolin each. As a rule, the drug should be used for 3-5 days. In exceptional cases, it can be used longer, but in no case no longer than 2 weeks. If you think that the effect of the medicine is too strong or too weak, contact your doctor immediately.

In case of overdose of Galazolin 0.1%, a large
overdose or accidental ingestion of the medication in patients, especially in children, causes excessive sedation, visual disturbance, headache, nervousness, heart rhythm disturbance and insomnia. Long-term use of Galazolin can cause secondary rhinitis (Rhinitis medicamentosa) that is insensitive to the effects of drugs. In case of drug overdose, it is necessary to immediately consult a doctor, who will prescribe symptomatic treatment.

If you forget to take Galazolin 0.1%
Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF GALAZOLIN NOSE DROPS
Galazolin 0.1%, like all medicines, can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Heart problems: frequent heart palpitations.
Nervous system disorders: headache, drowsiness, too strong a sedative effect (overdose).
Respiratory system disorders: sneezing.
General disorders and administration site disorders: fatigue, unpleasant dryness of the nasal mucosa, burning, irritation.

If you get any serious side effects or notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist.

5. HOW TO STORE GALAZOLIN 0.1% NOSE DROPS
Keep Galazolin medicines out of the reach and sight of children.
Store at a temperature not higher than 25°C.
Store the bottle in the outer box to protect the product from light.
After opening the container for the first time, the shelf life of the solution is 12 weeks.
Galazolin should not be used after the expiry date stated on the bottle label and carton after "Expiry before".
The drug is suitable for use until the last day of the indicated month.
Medicines must not be poured down the drain or disposed of with household waste.
Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of unnecessary medicines.
These measures will help protect the environment.
6. OTHER INFORMATION ABOUT GALAZOLIN NOSE DROPS
Composition of Galazolin 0.1% nasal drops
- The active substance of Galazolin is xylometazoline hydrochloride. 1 ml of solution contains 1 mg of xylometazoline hydrochloride.
- Auxiliary substances of Galazolin are sodium dihydrogen phosphate monohydrate, disodium phosphate dodecahydrate, sodium chloride, sorbitol, disodium edetate, benzalkonium chloride, purified water.

Galazolin 0.1% appearance and content in the package
Clear and colorless solution. The cardboard box contains a 10 ml polyethylene bottle with a screw cap.