Iliadin Spray

Relief of nasal congestion associated w/ acute or chronic rhinitis, common colds, sinusitis, hay fever & other allergies. Reduction of swelling & facilitate visualization of nasal & pharyngeal membranes prior to surgery or diagnostic procedures; epistaxis; vasomotor rhinitis; non-allergic rhinitis w/ eosinophilia syndrome.

Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer.

Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

Iliadin Spray (Acetaminophen, chlorpheniramine, and pseudoephedrine) is a combination medicine used to treat headache, fever, body aches, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Iliadin Spray may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Adults and Children 6 years and above: 2 or 3 sprays into each nostril twice daily, morning and evening, not more often than every 10-12 hours. Do not exceed 2 doses in any 24-hour period.

Administration: With the head upright, place the spray nozzle into the nostril without completely occluding the nostril. During each administration, the patient should bend his head slightly forward. Do not tilt head backward while spraying. Squeeze bottle quickly and firmly to spray the recommended number of spray in each nostril. Wipe nozzle clean after use.

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What is the most important information I should know about Iliadin Spray?

Hypersensitivity to any of Iliadin Spray Nasal Spray ingredients.

Iliadin Spray should not be used by patients who have heart disease, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, diabetes, or difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland without careful clinical consideration.

Use Iliadin Spray as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Iliadin Spray.
• To use Iliadin Spray, wash your hands. Tilt your head back. Using your index finger, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the medicine into the pouch and gently close your eyes. Immediately use your finger to apply pressure to the inside corner of the eye and continue to apply pressure for 1 to 2 minutes after using the medicine. Do not blink. Remove excess medicine around your eye with a clean tissue, being careful not to touch your eye. Wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them. To prevent germs from entering your medicine, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface, including your eye. Keep the container tightly closed.
• If you miss a dose of Iliadin Spray and are using it regularly, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Iliadin Spray.

This medication is used for temporary relief of congestion in the nose caused by various conditions including the common cold, sinusitis, hay fever, and allergies. It works by narrowing the blood vessels in the nose area, reducing swelling and congestion.

OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

This drug may also be used to relieve "plugged ears" and to reduce swelling in the nose before certain surgery or procedures.

How to use Iliadin Spray (xylometazoline) nasal

Use this medication in the nose as directed. Follow all directions on the product package, or use as directed by your doctor. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Gently blow your nose before using this drug. Use your finger to close the nostril on the side not receiving the medication. While keeping your head upright, place the spray tip into the open nostril. Spray the medication into the open nostril as you breathe in through your nose. Sniff hard a few times to be sure the medication reaches deep into the nose. Repeat these steps for the other nostril if needed.

Avoid spraying the medication into your eyes or onto the middle of the inside of your nose (nasal septum).

Rinse the spray tip with hot water or wipe with a clean tissue after each use. Make sure that water does not get inside the container. Replace cap after each use.

This medication provides only temporary relief. Do not use more often, use more sprays, or use longer than directed because doing so may increase the risk of side effects. Also, do not use this medication for more than 3 days or it may cause a condition called rebound congestion. Symptoms of rebound congestion include long-term redness and swelling inside the nose and increased runny nose. If this occurs, stop using this medication and consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Inform your doctor if your condition worsens or persists after 3 days.

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If you are taking this product under your doctor's direction, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Taking MAO inhibitors with this medication may cause a serious (possibly fatal) drug interaction. Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before treatment with this medication. Ask your doctor when to start or stop taking this medication.

If you are currently using any of these medications listed above, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting the nasal decongestant.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: high blood pressure medications (e.g., reserpine, guanethidine), tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline).

Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain decongestants or ingredients that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.

This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.

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What are the possible side effects of Iliadin Spray?

Temporary burning, stinging, dryness in the nose, runny nose, and sneezing may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: slow/fast/pounding heartbeat, dizziness, nausea, headache, mental/mood changes, trouble sleeping, shaking (tremors), unusual sweating, unusual weakness.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Each mL contains 0.5 mg (0.05%) Iliadin Spray.

Excipients/Inactive Ingredients: Benzalkonium chloride, sodium biphosphate, disodium edetate, propylene glycol, hydrochloric acid and purified water. Phenylmercuric acetate and benzalkonium chloride are used as a preservative.