Afrin
Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride · Spray · Nasal, Topical
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%
Purpose
Purpose Nasal decongestant
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
Warnings
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.
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 nasal discharge may occur use of this container by more than one person may spread infection
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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: ask a doctor. To spray, squeeze bottle quickly and firmly. Do not tilt head backward while spraying. Wipe nozzle clean after use.
Other information
Other information store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) retain carton for future reference on full labeling
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients benzalkonium chloride solution, benzyl alcohol, camphor, edetate disodium, eucalyptol, menthol, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium phosphate dibasic, sodium phosphate monobasic
Questions?
Questions or comments? Questions or comments? 1-800-317-2165
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Bayer HealthCare LLC. (revised Dec 5, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride in 4 products
Afrin NDC products (4)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11523-1159 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 g/100mL Spray, Metered | Bayer HealthCare LLC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 11523-1167 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 g/100mL Spray | Bayer HealthCare LLC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 11523-7020 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 g/100mL Spray | Bayer HealthCare LLC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 67751-185 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 g/100mL Spray | Navajo Manufacturing Company Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Afrin used for?
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
Who makes Afrin?
Afrin is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Bayer HealthCare LLC., Navajo Manufacturing Company Inc..