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ILIADIN NOSE DROPS 0,05% (nose drops)
ILIADIN METERED SPRAY 0,05% (metered spray)
ILIADIN NASAL SPRAY 0,05% (nasal spray)

SCHEDULING STATUS:
S1

PROPRIETARY NAME:
(and dosage form)

ILIADIN NOSE DROPS 0,05% (nose drops)
ILIADIN METERED SPRAY 0,05% (metered spray)
ILIADIN NASAL SPRAY 0,05% (nasal spray)

COMPOSITION:
Each 1 mL of the solution contains:
0,5 mg Oxymetazoline hydrochloride and
0,01% Benzalkonium chloride as preservative.

PHARMACOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION:
A.16.1 - Nasal Decongestants

PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTION:
Iliadin 0,05% is a topical vasoconstrictor which exerts a decongestant action on mucous membranes of the nasopharyngeal cavity.

INDICATIONS:
Iliadin 0,05% is indicated for the relief of nasal congestion due to the common cold, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis and hay-fever.
Indicated as adjunctive treatment in middle ear infection.

CONTRA-INDICATIONS:
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

DOSAGE AND DIRECTION FOR USE:
Iliadin Nose Drops, Metered Spray and Nasal Spray 0,05% are indicated for adults and children aged six years and older.
Nose Drops:
Two to three drops in each nostril 2 - 3 times a day.
Metered Spray:
Two to three sprays in each nostril 2 - 3 times a day.
Nasal Spray:
One spray in each nostril 2 - 3 times a day. See diagrams for directions for use.

SIDE-EFFECTS AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS:
Iliadin should be used with care in patients with cardiac disease, hypertension or hyperthyroidism.
It may cause local stinging or burning, sneezing and dryness of the mouth and throat. Prolonged use may cause rebound congestion and drug-induced rhinitis. Iliadin should not be used for a period of longer than five days.
It is not advisable to use Iliadin more frequently than recommended. If unexpected side-effects appear, consult your doctor immediately.

KNOWN SYMPTOMS OF OVERDOSAGE AND PARTICULARS OF ITS TREATMENT:
See "Side-effects and Special Precautions". Local gastric irritation and possible systemic sympathomimetic effects may occur, e.g. sweating, tachycardia, drowsiness possibly leading to coma, convulsions and circulatory collapse.
Treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.

IDENTIFICATION:
Clear, colourless solution, with a maximum of a faint odour.

PRESENTATION:
10 mL dropper bottle
10 mL metered spray bottle
20 mL plastic spray bottle

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Keep out of reach of children.
Store below 25°C
Protect from light.

REFERENCE NUMBER:

Nose Drops:	H1400 (Act 101/1965)
Metered Spray:	H1597 (Act 101/1965)
Nasal Spray:	H1597 (Act 101/1965)

NAME AND BUSINESS ADDRESS OF THE APPLICANT:
MERCK (Pty) Ltd
Reg. No. 70/04059/07
1 Friesland drive,
Longmeadow Business Estate,
Modderfontein
1645

DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THIS PACKAGE INSERT:
8 July 1988.

® = Registered Trade Mark

Patient Information {illustrated}
Iliadin^®0,05%
Nasal preparations
Directions for use

Metered spray
For best results keep both the head and spray bottle in an upright position. Remove cap by pulling and insert the nozzle of the spray loosely into the nostril with the middle and forefinger around the bottom of the nozzle and the thumb on the base of the bottle.
Depress the spray mechanism (as shown in the diagram) thus producing a fine mist. Sniff in to ensure an even distribution of the spray. Withdraw from nostril and release the spray mechanism.
Repeat for the other nostril.

Spray bottle
Best results are obtained by keeping both the head and bottle in an upright position. Insert the nozzle of the spray loosely into the nostril and squeeze sharply, while at the same time sniffing in to ensure an even distribution of the spray. Withdraw the nozzle from nostril, release the pressure and repeat the operation for the other nostril.

Drops
Fill glass dropper unit by placing the open end into the liquid and depressing the rubber teat. Tilt the head back and instil 2 - 3 drops of the liquid in each nostril.

        F70537 P05/03
Updated on this site: November 2005
Source: Community Pharmacy
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