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OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Dosage form
SPRAY, METERED
Labeler
Rebel Distributors Corp
Label updated
2011-02-21
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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Active ingredient

Oxymetazoline HCl 0.05%

Purpose

Nasal decongestant

Keep Out of Reach of Children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Uses

temporary relief of nasal congestion

° due to the common cold

° due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies

° associated with sinusitis

reduces swelling of nasal passages

temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose

Warnings

Do not exceed recommended dosage

This product may cause temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing, or an increase in nasal discharge. The use of this container by more than one person may spread infection.

Do not use for more than 3 days.

Ask a doctor before use if you have:

° heart disease ° high blood pressure

° thyroid disease ° diabetes

° difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

When using this product, frequent or prolonged use may cause nasal congestion to recur or worsen.

Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Directions

° Adults and children 6 to under 12 years of age (with supervision): 2 to 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 spray: squeeze the bottle quickly and firmly. Do not tilt head backward while spraying. Wipe nozzle clean after use.

Inactive ingredients

benzalkonium chloride, dibasic sodium phosphate (anhydrous), edetate disodium (dihydrate), monobasic sodium phosphate (monohydrate), polyethylene glycol 1450, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water.

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[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: dd196e5a-a791-47ad-aab5-3f2e760f758a · Version 2
NDC: 21695-875