Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride
Over-the-CounterNombres comerciales: equaline nasal
About This Medication
Inhaled product used for respiratory support and symptom management.
Principios Activos
| Ingrediente | Concentración |
|---|---|
| Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride | - |
Indicaciones y Uso
Dosificación y Administración
Advertencias y Precauciones
Warnings 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 • 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 infection Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Frequently Asked Questions
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 • 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. …
Warnings 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 • 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 …
Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride is available over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
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- • DailyMed — Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride drug label (National Library of Medicine)
- • openFDA — Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
- • RxNorm — RXCUI 1000990 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
- • NDC Directory — Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride (FDA National Drug Code)
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Fuentes de datos: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS