Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop
Product introduction
Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop is a medicine used to treat nasal congestion (blocked nose) caused by the common cold or flu, hay fever and other allergies. It narrows the blood vessels in your nose to relieve nasal congestion and blockage.
Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop is used in the treatment of blocked nose in common cold and flu
Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop is used in the treatment of blocked nose in common cold and flu
Uses of Sylovide Nasal Solution
- Nasal congestion (blocked nose)
Benefits of Sylovide Nasal Solution
In Nasal congestion (blocked nose)
Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop is known as a nasal decongestant. It narrows the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. It is a safe medicine that can be used to treat congestion caused by colds or allergies such as hay fever. It should be used as prescribed and should not be taken for more than seven days in a row (preferably less). Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
Side effects of Sylovide Nasal Solution
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Sylovide
- Irritation
- Dryness in mouth
- Dry throat
How to use Sylovide Nasal Solution
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.
How Sylovide Nasal Solution works
Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop is a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the small blood vessels in the inner surface of the nose. This provides temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
To reduce the amount of Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop that reaches the breastmilk, remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
To reduce the amount of Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop that reaches the breastmilk, remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
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Quick tips
- It works right away and each dose provides relief for up to 12 hours.
- The right way to use the nasal spray:
- Shake the bottle before using the medicine.
- Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine.
- Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril.
- Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose.
- Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril.
- Avoid deep breathing as it will cause medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective.
- Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs.
- Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop can make nasal congestion worse if used for more than 3 or 4 days in a row (called rebound congestion).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Imidazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Sympthatomimmetics- alpha 1 (Nasal)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop addictive?
Treatment with Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop does not cause mental addiction. However, patients may get physically addicted such that they may feel an urge to use Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop. Hence, it should only be used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Is Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop a steroid/ antihistamine?
No, Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop is not a steroid or an antihistamine. It belongs to a class of medications called adrenergic medicines that are used as nasal decongestants (to relieve congestion of the nose).
Is Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop safe?
Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Does Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop cause cataract/keep you awake/ raise blood pressure/insomnia/drowsiness?
There are no such reports which suggest occurrence of side effects such as cataract, insomnia (inability to sleep) or drowsiness during treatment with Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop. However, Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop can raise blood pressure when taken with medicines that are used to treat depression, like selegiline and moclobemide. It can also decrease the effect of medicines used to treat blood pressure. Hence, patients should consult doctors regarding the possible side effects and drug interactions.
Can I take Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop with Benadryl (diphenhydramine)/ phenylephrine/ pseudoephedrine?
Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop should not be taken simultaneously with Benadryl (diphenhydramine)/phenylephrine/pseudoephedrine. Consult your doctor before using any other medicine with Sylovide Nasal Spray/Drop.
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Marketer details
Name: Unilex Lifesciences Pvt Ltd
Address: 61/652a, karithala rd, manorama junction, ernakulam, kerala 682016
Country of origin: India
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₹62
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10.0 ml in 1 bottle
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