Otrivin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

Otrivin has an average rating of 4.8 out of 10 from a total of 56 reviews on Drugs.com. 39% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 59% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Otrivin

Anonymous
Taken for less than 1 month
December 28, 2021

For Nasal Congestion "I would rather get an epidural than use this. The burning in the back of my throat was so painful, I would barely swallow. It even was painful in my ears. Perhaps I sprayed too much or tilted my head back more than I should have, but it BURNS. Congestion gone though. Now my nose is just super runny and I think the back of my throat melted off."

2 / 10

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Jan
Taken for less than 1 month
February 9, 2020

For Nasal Congestion "Horrible nasal spray! I followed instructions, and only used 2 sprays in each nostril, every 8 hours for only 1.5 days (not even the 3 days mentioned on bottle). The third time I use it, it was horrible! My left nostril burned like crazy! I had a severe burning sensation for 20 minutes. And then after my nostril felt sore. Never again! Not only that, my face was a bit sore, and my gums were a bit sore hours later. And I felt a headache coming on. Those side effects are not worth clearing up nasal congestion from a cold! Be aware, this nasal spray is dangerous! It could possible damage the inside of your nose. I’ll never forget that burning feeling. It’s was like my nostril was on fire. I hope there is no damage at this point. And if there is, I hope it heals. "

1 / 10

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Conchia
December 10, 2017

For Nasal Congestion "This nasal spray works in seconds and last for hours. I had a cold, stuffy runny nose and a constant draining at the back of my throat which cause me to cough incessantly, after taking otrivin all of my symptoms stopped. It can cause a slight headache if you take too much and you can get addicted because it works so well, then after a while you get rebound congestion so be aware of that, and only use it for a few days"

10 / 10

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Diamo...
Taken for less than 1 month
October 17, 2021

For Nasal Congestion "I have used it over two days with total of 4 doses. It worked and it did it job perfectly but then when I wanted to sleep I had insane palpations causing insomnia and I didn't end up getting any sleep. Apparently it is one of the side effects. When using it also noticed dried blood but when I stopped the blood is like mucus and won't stop."

2 / 10

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Anne-...
Taken for 2 to 5 years
March 28, 2022

For Nasal Congestion "The best I have seen, been struggling with my sinuses my whole life. Because of Otriven last 3 years I have not been very sick. My sinuses end up causing me bronchitis and now its keeps my nose open without infections"

10 / 10

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Rick
Taken for 1 to 6 months
August 9, 2021

For Nasal Congestion "I used to have frequent nasal blockages due to stuffy nose, Due to this I developed mouth breathing, Now I'm in my 20s, I took otrivin everyday for 4 months at low dosages, generally 1 drop per day. Luckily I never faced rebound congestion as my nose never stuffed up more than normal neither noticed any unusual symptoms. It worked well every time. While it's been 3 months now, I stopped taking it mostly due to avoid any future complications, I now use normal saline drops kinda gives reliefs."

10 / 10

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Anita...
Taken for less than 1 month
November 28, 2021

For Nasal Congestion "It's really bad. I will not recommend it to anyone. After my very first use, my nose is getting a burning sensation and is paining past 20 minutes. The throat has also started getting weird burning after its usage."

2 / 10

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LGG
Taken for 10 years or more
February 8, 2023

For Nasal Congestion "My experience with Otrivin has been good. I have used Otrivin Plus each night (1 puff each nostril) for 10 or more years in conjunction with NozOil as directed by my sleep doctor to help me breathe with my CPAP machine. Every few months I do get irritation in a nostril, so I give that nostril a rest for 4 nights and then start again. My only issue is supply - it’s difficult to find at the moment."

9 / 10

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sldani
Taken for 1 to 2 years
April 10, 2014

For Nasal Congestion "Since two years I am using without any side effect. It is recommended by my doctor."

9 / 10

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Ellas
Taken for 10 years or more
January 18, 2013

For Nasal Congestion "I would rank Otrivin as the best decongestant on the market. I have used the product for years when I have a cold."

10 / 10

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Matt
Taken for less than 1 month
May 30, 2020

For Nasal Congestion "Otrivin plus causes sever nasal bleeding! Do not use!"

1 / 10

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Horri...
March 19, 2017

For Nasal Congestion "I'm not sure if it was the cause, but after a week of using otrivin, I suffered panic disorder (sleep problems, fast heartbeat, chest tightness)."

1 / 10

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Sekhu...
February 3, 2012

For Nasal Congestion "Life saving at the time of congestion."

9 / 10

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Mrs...
Taken for less than 1 month
March 27, 2019

For Nasal Congestion "Otrivin gave me instant relief of nasal congestion. Like 1-2minutes. Stinging sensation and reduce at 10 minutes. Bad taste once passes the throat. For me, the benefit outweighs the side effects."

7 / 10

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booz
Taken for 1 to 6 months
May 27, 2019

For Nasal Congestion "Addictive!"

1 / 10

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Stuff...
December 15, 2022

For Nasal Congestion "Gave me a pounding heart, insomnia and anxiety. Cleared my nose. Not worth the trade-off."

1 / 10

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That...
Taken for less than 1 month
October 27, 2018

For Nasal Congestion "Blocked sinus/nose. I can not recall the last rime I have been able to breath like this through my nose. Good stuff."

10 / 10

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Hubar...
August 4, 2017

For Nasal Congestion "Not suitable for allergy congestion, for example dust. The drug has a rebound effect, immediate relief at first followed by a worse condition hours later. The more you take the more you will need."

1 / 10

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William
October 18, 2015

For Nasal Congestion "This stuff does not work. I would not recommend. I've been using this stuff all week whilst having a cold, I'm still blocked up. Do not use"

1 / 10

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Sinus...
Taken for less than 1 month
August 21, 2017

For Nasal Congestion "Worst sinus spray ever. Took it once and started to get lightheaded with chest pain. Cleared up my nose but side effects are not worth it."

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Sara
February 9, 2020

For Nasal Congestion "Make congestion worst. Never use it again"

1 / 10

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Dani
Taken for less than 1 month
December 8, 2018

For Nasal Congestion "It is a miracle "

10 / 10

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Anonymous
December 20, 2019

For Nasal Congestion "Worst"

1 / 10

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Dougie...
Taken for less than 1 month
October 30, 2016

For Nasal Congestion "Good Stuff, Really clears out that rough nasal problem after a good night out"

10 / 10

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jjj
Taken for less than 1 month
April 15, 2023

For Nasal Congestion "Didn't work. The only spray I've used that doesn't work."

1 / 10

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More about Otrivin (xylometazoline nasal)

Related treatment guides

Nasal Congestion

Drug Status

Availability Discontinued

CSA Schedule* Not a controlled drug N/A

Drug Class

Nasal antihistamines and decongestants