What is Rhinall?
Phenylephrine shrinks the blood vessels of the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause congestion in the nasal passages.Rhinall can be used to treat sinus pressure and nasal congestion caused by the flu, the common cold, or allergies. The eustachian tubes, which drain fluid from the inner ear, can be treated with phenylephrine.Rhinall can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side-effects of Rhinall
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your lips, face, tongue, or throat.
Rhinall can cause serious side effects. Rhinall should be stopped immediately, and you should consult your doctor if:
- Sneezing or runny noses, swelling or redness in the nose, or other nasal symptoms that worsen (which may indicate an overuse of Rhinall);
- You may experience severe burning or stinging inside your nose.
- Insomnia, severe dizziness or restlessness, or a feeling of nervousness
- Unusual thoughts or behaviors, mood changes
- Tremors or shaking
- Little or no urination.
Older adults may experience more side effects.
Rhinall can cause the following side effects:
- Sneezing for a short time
- You may experience mild irritation, burning, or dryness in your nose.
- Headache, dizziness, weakness;
- Feeling excited or restless, especially in children
- Mild sleep disorders
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. Contact the FDA by dialing 1-800-FDA-1088 in order to report side effects.
Warnings
Rhinall should not be used if you've taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. Examples include isocarboxazid (linezolid), phenelzine (phenelzine injection), rasagiline (selegiline), or tranylcypromine.
Before you take this drug
If you have an allergy to Rhinall, then it is best not to use this product.Rhinall should not be used if MAO inhibitors have been taken in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction may occur. MAO inhibitors are isocarboxazid (linezolid), phenelzine (rasagiline), selegiline (tranylcypromine), methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and others.If you have other medical conditions or concerns, consult with a physician or pharmacist before using medicine.
- Heart rhythm disorder;
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes;
- Glaucoma;
- A thyroid disorder,
- Urination or prostate problems
Rhinall is not known to harm unborn babies. If you are pregnant, do not take this medication without consulting your doctor.There is no way to know if phenylephrine nasal can pass into breast milk or if it will harm a baby who is nursing. If you are breastfeeding a child, do not take this medication without consulting your doctor.
How to take Rhinall?
Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use only the recommended dose. Do not exceed it. Cold medicines should only be taken for a few days until symptoms have cleared.Rhinall should not be given to children younger than four years of age. Ask a doctor for advice before giving any cough or cold medication to your child. Children as young as 4 years old can die from misusing cough medicines.Rhinall can be used for up to four hours per day. Please read the instructions on the label. Do not exceed the dosage prescribed by your physician or on the medicine label. This medicine can cause chronic nasal congestion if used for too long.
How to use nasal spray
- Blow gently with your nose. Insert the tip of the bottle in one nostril while keeping your head up. Close the other nostril with your finger. Inhale quickly and spray the medicine gently into your nose. Use the spray on your other nostril.
- After using nasal spray, do not blow your nose.
- If you spray the product in your mouth, eyes, or skin and it gets into your eyes, your mouth, or your skin, wash with water.
- Spray the nasal spray 1 or 2 times onto a tissue if it has been more than 24 hours since you last used it.
After each use, wipe the tip of your spray bottle with a tissue. You can also rinse the bottle with hot water. Make sure no water enters the bottle.Keep the cap securely fastened when not in use.Use the nasal drops by lying on your back and tilting your head back. Insert the correct amount of drops, and lie in this position for a few minutes. Gently move your head to the side.Rhinall should not be shared with others to prevent the spread of
If your symptoms don't improve within 3 days or you have a headache, a cough, or a skin rash, call your doctor.Tell the surgeon that you use Rhinall if you require surgery. As part of your treatment, it may be necessary to temporarily stop taking certain medication.Store away from heat and moisture at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Rhinall can be used as needed, and you don't need to follow a schedule.If your schedule allows it, take the missed dose as soon as you remember to. However, if the next scheduled dosage is just around the corner, simply skip this missed one and move forward as planned.You should not take extra medicine to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.The symptoms of an overdose may include dizziness, drowsiness, or a slow heart rate.
What should be avoided?
Avoid getting Rhinall into your eyes.Before using any other allergy or cold medication, consult your doctor. Many combination medications contain pseudoephedrine. You can get too much medicine by taking certain products together.
Interaction with other drug
Before using this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you also use any other medications, such as vitamins and herbal remedies. When used together, some medicines can have unwanted or harmful effects. This medication guide does not list all possible interactions.
If you also use any of these drugs, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it's safe to take Rhinall.
- Other decongestants
- Antidepressants are a type of medication.
- Blood pressure medication
- Diabetes medication is available in many forms.
This list is incomplete. There are other drugs that may interact with phenylephrine, such as prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. This medication guide does not list all possible interactions.
