Tencol Nasal Spray/Drop

Short Description

Tencol Nasal Spray/Drop is a medicine used to treat nasal congestion (blocked nose) caused by the common cold or flu, hay fever and other allergies.

Dosage Form

Nasal Solution

Introduction

Tencol Nasal Spray/Drop should be used as you have been advised by your doctor. Normally you should blow your nose gently before using it, keep one nostril closed while applying the medicine into the other, and then sniff hard to make sure it reaches deep into the nose. Then repeat the same for the other nostril. It provides relief very quickly and can last for several hours. It provides only temporary relief but do not use it more often or for longer than recommended. If you use this medicine too often or for too long, it may worsen your symptoms rather than improve them.

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.

Side Effects

Nose irritation Dryness of the mouth or throat

Breastfeeding Warning

Tencol Nasal Spray/Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. To reduce the amount of Tencol Nasal Spray/Drop that reaches the breastmilk, remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.

Pregnancy Warning

Tencol Nasal Spray/Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Acyclovir Famciclovir Furazolidone Ganciclovir

Tencol Nasal Spray/Drop is a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the small blood vessels in the inner surface of the nose. This provides temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

It works right away and each dose provides relief for up to 12 hours. The right way to use the nasal spray: Shake the bottle before using the medicine. Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose. Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril. Avoid deep breathing as it will cause medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective. Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs. Tencol Nasal Spray/Drop can make nasal congestion worse if used for more than 3 or 4 days in a row (called rebound congestion).