Xylometazoline Nasal Spray is for application in the nose to give relief from:

• nasal congestion (blocked nose, including colds)


• perennial and allergic rhinitis (recurring inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes, including hay fever)

Xylometazoline Nasal Spray contains the active ingredient xylometazoline hydrochloride which helps to open up and clear the nasal passages by reducing the excessive nasal secretions and returning the swollen blood vessels to their normal size.

Do not use the spray if you:

• are allergic to xylometazoline hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients in the spray


• are allergic to other decongestants


• have had recent neurosurgery.


• Do not use this spray for children under 12 years old.

Warnings and precautions

Tell your doctor about all of your health conditions, including, if you:

• have an overactive thyroid gland


• have glaucoma


• have diabetes mellitus


• have heart or circulatory disease


• have hypertension

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Xylometazoline Nasal Spray can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Local discomfort may be felt after applying the spray if you have sensitive nasal passages.

Occasionally the following side effects have been reported:

• A burning sensation in the nose and throat


• local irritation


• nausea


• headache


• dryness of the nasal membranes


• temporary and passing visual disturbances


• allergic reactions.


• Cardiovascular effects, for example, palpitations may also occur especially if you have heart problems.

Other medicines and Xylometazoline Nasal Spray

• Please tell your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you are taking or have recently taken any medicines (especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors or other antidepressants) including those obtained without a prescription.

How to use Xylometazoline Nasal Spray

For Adults and Children over 12 years of age: 1 spray in each nostril 2 or 3 times daily.

• Clear your nose.


• Lean forward slightly and insert the nozzle into a nostril.


• Squeeze the bottle once and sniff at the same time.


• Remove the nozzle before releasing the pressure on the bottle.


• Repeat for the other nostril.

To avoid possible spread of infection, this pack should only be used by one person. For reasons of hygiene do not use this bottle for more than 28 days after opening it.

Do not take decongestants for more than 7 days in a row.

How to store Xylometazoline Nasal Spray

• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.


• Do not use after the expiry date which is stated on the bottle after “EXP”. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.


• Do not store above 25°C.


• Do not use this bottle for more than 28 days after opening it.


• Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.