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Oxymetazoline HCl
Indications / Uses
Symptomatic relief of nasal and nasopharyngeal congestion due to the common cold, sinusitis, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies. It is also recommended for office use on a nasal tampon to facilitate intranasal examination or before nasal surgery.
Dosage / Direction for Use
Adults and Children ≥6 years: 0.05%: 2 or 3 sprays into each nostril twice daily, morning and evening.
With the head upright, place the spray nozzle into the nostril without completely occluding the nostril. During each administration, the patient should bend his head slightly forward and squeeze bottle quickly and firmly to spray the recommended number of sprays in each nostril.
Contraindications
Idiosyncrasies to sympathomimetics; hyperthyroidism; HTN, coronary disease. Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of Afrin.
Use in children: Afrin 0.05% nasal spray is not recommended for use in children <6 years.
Special Precautions
0.05%: Do not exceed the recommended dosage and do not use for >3 days. If symptoms persist for >3 days, consult a physician. Prolonged use is not recommended.
Use of the product dispenser by more than one person may spread infection. In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance immediately.
Oxymetazoline HCl
Indications / Uses
Symptomatic relief of nasal and nasopharyngeal congestion due to the common cold, sinusitis, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies. It is also recommended for office use on a nasal tampon to facilitate intranasal examination or before nasal surgery.
Dosage / Direction for Use
Adults and Children ≥6 years: 0.05%: 2 or 3 sprays into each nostril twice daily, morning and evening.
With the head upright, place the spray nozzle into the nostril without completely occluding the nostril. During each administration, the patient should bend his head slightly forward and squeeze bottle quickly and firmly to spray the recommended number of sprays in each nostril.
Contraindications
Idiosyncrasies to sympathomimetics; hyperthyroidism; HTN, coronary disease. Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of Afrin.
Use in children: Afrin 0.05% nasal spray is not recommended for use in children <6 years.
Special Precautions
0.05%: Do not exceed the recommended dosage and do not use for >3 days. If symptoms persist for >3 days, consult a physician. Prolonged use is not recommended.
Use of the product dispenser by more than one person may spread infection. In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance immediately.