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Afrin Original Nasal (OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE)

Afrin Original Nasal (OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Afrin Original Nasal; Generic name: OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE; Manufacturer: JC World Bell Wholesale Co., Inc..

Brand nameAfrin Original Nasal
Generic nameOXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE
ManufacturerJC World Bell Wholesale Co., Inc.
Used forUses temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to: common cold hay fever upper respiratory allergies temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure shrinks swollen nasal membranes so you can breathe more freely
DosageDirections adults and children 6 to under 12 years of age (with adult supervision): 2 or 3 sprays in each nostril not more often than every 10 to 12 hours. Do not exceed 2 doses in any 24-hour period. children under 6 years of age: ask a doctor. To Use: Push firmly down on cap and turn counter clockwise. To spray, squeeze bottle quickly and firmly. Do not tilt head backward while spraying. Wipe nozzle clean after use. Secure cap after use.
WarningsWarnings Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure diabetes thyroid disease trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland When using this product do not use more than directed do not use for more than 3 days. Use only as directed. Frequent or prolonged use may cause nasal congestion to recur or worsen. temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing or an increase in nasal discharge may occur use of this container by more than one person may spread infe
Active ingredient(s)Active ingredient Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05% Purpose Nasal decongestant
RouteNASAL
Official labelhttps://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=1387514f-3c4b-46d0-873c-9eedf9721327

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