The drug "Snoop" is available in the form of a colorless transparent solution for nasal use. The medicine belongs to the group of vasoconstrictor, alpha-adrenomimetic drugs. Due to local use, absorption practically does not occur. In this regard, the concentration of the drug in plasma is very low. The active substance is xylometazoline. Drops in the nose “Snoop” (the instruction contains such data) provoke narrowing of the blood vessels of the mucosa. As a result of the activity of the agent, swelling and hyperemia of the membrane are eliminated. The drug helps to restore patency in the nasal passages, making breathing easier. The medicine begins to act a few minutes after administration. The duration of the effect is up to several hours.
The drug "Snoop". Instruction Indications
An effective medicine for acute respiratory pathologies with manifestations of rhinitis. Indications include otitis media, hay fever, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis. The medication is prescribed as part of combination therapy for these pathologies to reduce swelling in the nasopharynx. The drug is recommended before rhinoscopy and other diagnostic measures.
Means "Snoop". Instruction Contraindications
Do not prescribe medication for tachycardia, hypersensitivity, atrophic rhinitis, arterial hypertension. Contraindications include severe atherosclerosis, glaucoma, thyrotoxicosis, pregnancy. The drug "Snoop" the instruction does not recommend if there is information about surgical interventions on the meninges. The medicine is contraindicated for children under two years of age for a solution of 0.2%, and up to six years for a solution of 0.1%. Caution is recommended to be observed when prescribing the drug to patients with prostatic hyperplasia, diabetes mellitus, lactating women, with coronary heart disease, angina pectoris.
Medication "Snoop". Instruction Side effects
Against the background of prolonged or frequent use of the medication, dryness and irritation of the nasopharyngeal mucosa occur. Hypersecretion, sneezing, paresthesia, burning are noted. In rare cases, swelling of the mucous membrane, tachycardia, palpitations, arrhythmia are observed. The negative consequences include depression, visual impairment, increased pressure, insomnia, vomiting, headache. These side effects are characteristic of prolonged uncontrolled use of the drug in high dosage.
Means "Snoop". Instructions for use
The solution is intended for intranasal administration. The drug concentration of 0.05% is recommended for children from 2 to 6 years. It is prescribed in each nostril by injection no more than three times during the day. Drops of 0.1% are recommended for patients from six years. Dosage and frequency of use - by injection in each stroke three times a day. The duration of treatment is no longer than five to seven days.
Means "Snoop". Instruction special instructions
Before the introduction of the solution, you need to clean the nasal passages. The drug is not recommended for rhinitis of a chronic course. If the condition worsens, they stop using the medicine. Should visit a doctor.