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Drixine Nasal Spray 15ml — S2 Pharmacy Medicine

Name: Drixine Nasal Spray 15ml — S2 Pharmacy Medicine
Brand: MediBC
SKU: 99066
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S2 Pharmacy Medicine TGA-registered · Made in Italy

Drixine Nasal Spray 15ml — Fast Relief from Nasal Congestion

Drixine Nasal Spray contains oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%, a long-acting topical decongestant. A short course shrinks swollen nasal blood vessels so you can breathe through your nose again — commonly used for blocked nose from colds and flu, sinusitis, hay fever and allergies. Drixine is a Schedule 2 Pharmacy Medicine in Australia: available without a prescription but supplied with pharmacist guidance to confirm it's appropriate for you.

What Drixine treats

Nasal congestion from colds and flu
Sinusitis — including pressure and headache from blocked sinuses
Hay fever and seasonal/perennial allergic rhinitis
Eustachian tube congestion (pre-flight blocked ears)

How to use (always read the label)

Adults and children 12+: 2 to 3 sprays into each nostril, twice daily (morning and evening).
Children 6 to 11: 1 spray into each nostril twice daily under adult supervision.
Do NOT use for more than 3 consecutive days — longer use can cause rebound congestion (rhinitis medicamentosa).
Not recommended for children under 6 years.
If pregnant, breastfeeding or taking MAO inhibitors / antihypertensives, ask the pharmacist before use.

Active ingredient

Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05% w/v. Also contains benzalkonium chloride (preservative), sodium edetate, water and other excipients. Full Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) is available from the TGA.

What does Drixine do for a blocked nose?+

Oxymetazoline is a sympathomimetic that narrows the swollen blood vessels lining the nasal passages, reducing tissue swelling so air flows more freely. Effect usually starts within minutes and lasts up to 10-12 hours, which is why it's classed as a long-acting decongestant.

Why is Drixine an S2 restricted medicine?+

Schedule 2 (Pharmacy Medicine) means the product can be sold without a prescription but must be supplied from a pharmacy — this lets a pharmacist confirm it's safe and suitable for you. See the TGA's medicine scheduling overview for the framework.

How long can I safely use Drixine?+

Use Drixine for no more than 3 days in a row. Beyond that, the nasal lining can become dependent on the spray and rebound congestion sets in — meaning the blockage returns and worsens when the spray wears off. If congestion persists past 3 days, switch to saline rinses and see a doctor or pharmacist.

Drixine vs Otrivin — what's the difference?+

Drixine uses oxymetazoline (long-acting, up to 12 hours per dose). Otrivin uses xylometazoline (acts in minutes, lasts 6-10 hours). Clinical effect is broadly similar; the choice usually comes down to bottle size, pharmacist recommendation and personal response.

Can I use Drixine if I have high blood pressure?+

Talk to the pharmacist before using Drixine if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, thyroid disease, prostate problems, or take MAO inhibitors. Oxymetazoline can affect blood pressure even when used topically, so it isn't always safe for these conditions.

Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional. Sources: TGA — Scheduling Basics (medicines & chemicals); healthdirect — Blocked nose (nasal congestion).