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Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride 0.05%

Over-the-Counter

Brand names: Nasal Spray, 24-7 for Life

Dosage Form
Inhaler
Route
NASAL

About This Medication

Inhaled product used for respiratory support and symptom management.

Active Ingredients

Ingredient Strength
Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride -

Indications & Usage

Uses ​Uses 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

Dosage & Administration

Directions ​Directions 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: consult a doctor Shake well before use. To open, rotate cap to align the marks. Squeeze cap on both sides in a counter-clockwise turn and pull off to remove. To spray, hold bottle between thumb at base and nozzle between first and second fingers. without tilting the head, insert nozzle into nostril. Fully depress rim with a firm, even stroke and sniff deeply. Wipe nozzle clean after use and snap cap back onto the bottle.

Warnings & Precautions

Frequently Asked Questions

Uses ​Uses 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

Directions ​Directions 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: consult a doctor Shake well before use. To open, rotate cap to align the marks. Squeeze cap on both sides in a counter-clockwise turn and pull off to remove. To spray, hold bottle between …

Warnings Warnings Ask a doctor before use Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland When using this product ​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 …

Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride 0.05% is available over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.

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