cirovin 0.1% w/v nasal drops - Xylometazoline (0.1% w/v) medicine

cirovin 0.1% w/v nasal drops - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes

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๐Ÿญ Ciron Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 29, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 29, 2026

What is cirovin 0.1% w/v nasal drops used for?

Atrovin Nasal Drops (Xylometazoline) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Xylometazoline (0.1% w/v), which Stimulates alpha-adrenergic receptors in nasal blood vessels, causing vasoconstr. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Xylometazoline
  • Manufacturer: Ciron Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š cirovin 0.1% w/v nasal drops Uses & Benefits

Relief of nasal congestion due to colds, allergies, sinusitis

Off-label uses: Epistaxis (nosebleed) control

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Xylometazoline
Brand NameAtrovin Nasal Drops
ManufacturerCiron Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassSympthatomimmetics- alpha 1 (Nasal)
Route of AdministrationIntranasal
StorageStore at room temperature (15-30ยฐC), protect from light
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed through nasal mucosa
DistributionLocal distribution; minimal systemic distribution
Protein BindingNot significant
MetabolismNot extensively metabolized
Half-Life5-6 hours
ExcretionRenal excretion of unchanged drug
BioavailabilityLow systemic bioavailability due to local application
Onset of ActionWithin 5-10 minutes
Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable (local action)
Duration of ActionUp to 10-12 hours

How It Works

Stimulates alpha-adrenergic receptors in nasal blood vessels, causing vasoconstriction

Mechanism Steps

1Binds to alpha-adrenergic receptors on nasal blood vessels
2Activates G-protein coupled receptor signaling
3Increases intracellular calcium in vascular smooth muscle

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take cirovin 0.1% w/v nasal drops

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of cirovin 0.1% w/v nasal drops

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Nasal dryness
  • Burning sensation
  • Sneezing
  • Rebound congestion with prolonged use

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Hypertension
  • Tachycardia
  • Arrhythmias
  • Headache
  • Nervousness

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction
  • Visual disturbances
  • Seizures

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
MAOIs Major Hypertensive crisis
Tricyclic antidepressants Major Enhanced vasopressor effect
Beta-blockers Moderate Reduced efficacy or hypertension
Ergot alkaloids Moderate Increased vasoconstriction
Other sympathomimetics Minor Additive effects

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • MAOIs
  • Tricyclic antidepressants

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Beta-blockers
  • Ergot alkaloids

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Other sympathomimetics

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

None known

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No significant interaction

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to xylometazoline, narrow-angle glaucoma, transsphenoidal surgery, rhinitis sicca

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Nasal congestion relief, signs of systemic effects (e.g., hypertension, tachycardia)

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excretion in breast milk unknown; use with caution

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Symptomatic and supportive care; may include activated charcoal if ingested

โฐ Missed Dose

Use as soon as remembered; do not double dose

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 29, 2026

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๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes for cirovin 0.1% w/v nasal drops

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Alternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Xylometazoline (0.1% w/v)):

Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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