Iliadin

Iliadin

oxymetazoline

Manufacturer:

P&G Health

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Oxymetazoline HCl
Indications/Uses
Acute colds, paranasal sinusitis, syringitis, otitis media.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult drops Adult & childn >6 yr Instill 1-2 drop bd-tds into each nostril. Duration of treatment: 5-7 days. Children drops Childn 1-6 yr 1-2 drop bd-tds daily into each nostril. Duration of treatment: 5-7 days. Baby drops 5 wk to 1 yr 1-2 drop bd-tds into each nostril. Duration of treatment: 5-7 days. Newborn to 4 wk 1 drop bd-tds into each nostril. Duration of treatment: 5-7 days.
Contraindications
Rhinitis sicca. Contains benzalkonium Cl as preservative, must not be used in known hypersensitivity to this substance. Potential increasing BP in patients treated w/ MAOIs, increased IOP especially narrow-angle glaucoma, severe CV disease (eg, CHD, HTN), phaeochromocytoma, metabolic disorders (eg, hyperthyroidism, DM, porphyria), hyperplasia of the prostate.
Special Precautions
Effect may be attenuated w/ permanent use. Abuse may cause mucosal atrophy & reactive hyperaemia w/ rhinitis medicamentosa. Prolonged use may cause damage to the mucosal epithelium w/ inhibition of ciliary activity. Should only be used in pregnancy & lactation after carefully weighing the risk-to-benefit ratio, recommended dosage should not be exceeded.
Adverse Reactions
Occasionally, nasal mucosa burning or dryness, sneezing.
Drug Interactions
Increased BP w/ TCA or MAOIs during simultaneous or immediate use prior to Iliadin Drops administration.
MIMS Class
Nasal Decongestants & Other Nasal Preparations
ATC Classification
R01AA05 - oxymetazoline ; Belongs to the class of topical sympathomimetic agents used as nasal decongestants.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Iliadin nasal drops (adult drops) 0.05%
Packing/Price
10 mL x 1's
Form
Iliadin nasal drops (baby drops) 0.01%
Packing/Price
5 mL x 1's
Form
Iliadin nasal drops (children drops) 0.025%
Packing/Price
10 mL x 1's
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