Otrivin Patient Counseling Information

How to use Otrivin 0.1% metered-dose nasal spray: 1. Do not cut the nozzle. The metered dose spray is ready to prime before use.
2. Gently clear your nose.
3. Remove protective cap.
4. Before using for the first time, prime the pump by actuating 4 times. Once primed, the pump will normally remain charged throughout regular daily treatment periods. If the spray is not ejected during the full actuation stroke e.g. after a break from use, the pump will need to be reprimed with 4 actuations. Be very careful not to spray in the eyes or mouth.
5. Hold bottle upright with thumb under base and nozzle between two fingers.
6. Lean your head forward slightly and insert the nozzle into the nostril. Spray and breathe in gently though the nose at the same time.
7. Sniff gently to allow the medication retaining in the nasal cavity. Caution: do not forcefully breathe in during the spray.
8. Repeat with the other nostril.
9. Clean and dry the nozzle before replacing back the cap right after use.
10. To avoid possible spread of infection, the spray should only be used by one person.