Lypressin : How to Use

Lypressin - Systemic

Brand Names

Diapid Lypressin *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

Use this drug only as directed . Do not use more of it and do not use it more often than your family doctor ordered. To do so may increase the risk of unwanted effects.

To use:

Blow nose gently. Hold the bottle in an upright position. With head upright, spray the drug into each nostril by squeezing the bottle quickly and firmly. Do not lie down when spraying this drug.

Rinse the tip of the bottle with hot water, taking care not to suck water into the bottle and dry with a clean tissue. Replace the cap right after use.

Dosage

The dose of lypressin will be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of lypressin If your dose is various, do not change it unless your family doctor tells you to do so.

For nasal dosage forms:
- Adults: One or two sprays in each nostril four times a day.
- Children six weeks of age and older: One or two sprays in each nostril four times a day.
- Children less than six weeks of age: Use is generally not recommended.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage To store this drug:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the drug to break down.
Keep the drug from freezing.
Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.