CVS Health
Sodium Citrate dihydrate · Spray · Topical, Nasal, Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%
Purpose
Purpose Nasal Decongestant
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves ▪ nasal congestion due to a cold, heavy fever, or other upper respiratory allergies ▪ Sinus congestion and pressure
Warnings
Warnings
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have ▪ heart disease ▪ high blood pressure ▪ diabetes ▪ thyroid disease ▪ trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
When using this product
When using this product ▪ do not exceed recommended dosage ▪ do not use this product 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 at (1-800-222-1222).
Directions
Directions ▪ adults & children 6 years & older (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 2 to under 6 years: ask a doctor ▪ Children 2 years: do not use To Use: Shake well before use . Push down cap while turning counter-clockwise and remove cap. Remove clip under rim. Before using the first time, prime metered pump by depressing pump firmly several times. To spray, hold bottle with thumb at base and nozzle between first and second fingers without titling head, insert nozzle into nostril. Fully depress rim with a firm, even stroke and sniff deeply. Wipe nozzle clean after use. Replace clip under rim and secure cap after use.
Other information
Other information ▪ store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients benzalkonium chloride, benzyl alcohol, camphor, edetate disodium, eucalyptol, menthol, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium phosphate dibasic, sodium phosphate monobasic.
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-866-467-2748
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS PHARMACY, INC. (revised Aug 18, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Homosalate in 7 products
- Octocrylene in 7 products
- Avobenzone in 7 products
- Octisalate in 6 products
- Oxybenzone in 5 products
- Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride in 5 products
- Camphor (synthetic) in 1 product
- Eucalyptus Oil in 1 product
- Menthol, Unspecified Form in 1 product
- Witch Hazel in 1 product
- Glycerin in 1 product
- Phenylephrine Hydrochloride in 1 product
CVS Health NDC products (18)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51316-200 | Camphor (synthetic) 47 mg/g; Eucalyptus Oil 12 mg/g; Menthol, Unspecified Form 26 mg/g Ointment | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-175 | Oxybenzone 60 mg/g; Avobenzone 30 mg/g; Homosalate 100 mg/g; Octisalate 50 mg/g; Octocrylene 100 mg/g Aerosol, Spray | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-164 | Octocrylene 100 mg/mL; Octisalate 50 mg/mL; Homosalate 150 mg/mL; Avobenzone 30 mg/mL; Oxybenzone 60 mg/mL Lotion | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-148 | Octocrylene 45 mg/mL; Octisalate 50 mg/mL; Homosalate 100 mg/mL; Avobenzone 30 mg/mL; Oxybenzone 40 mg/mL Lotion | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-141 | Avobenzone 20 mg/mL; Homosalate 70 mg/mL; Octocrylene 50 mg/mL Aerosol, Spray | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-140 | Avobenzone 30 mg/mL; Homosalate 100 mg/mL; Octisalate 50 mg/mL; Octocrylene 50 mg/mL Aerosol, Spray | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-127 | Avobenzone 30 mg/mL; Homosalate 150 mg/mL; Octisalate 50 mg/mL; Octocrylene 100 mg/mL; Oxybenzone 60 mg/mL Aerosol, Spray | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-123 | Titanium Dioxide 49.39 mg/mL; Zinc Oxide 47.145 mg/mL Lotion | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 59779-747 | Witch Hazel 500 mg/1 Cloth | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-715 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 g/100mL Spray | CVS PHARMACY, INC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-726 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 g/100mL Spray | CVS PHARMACY, INC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-524 | Psyllium Husk 6 g/6g Powder | CVS Pharmacy,Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-575 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 g/100mL Spray | CVS Pharmacy,Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-781 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 g/100mL Spray | CVS PHARMACY,INC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-815 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 g/100mL Spray | CVS PHARMACY,INC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69571-010 | Glycerin 14.4 g/100g; Phenylephrine Hydrochloride .25 g/100g; Pramoxine Hydrochloride 1 g/100g; Petrolatum 15 g/100g Cream | FRONT PHARMACEUTICAL PLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 21130-739 | Homosalate 100 mg/mL; Octocrylene 70 mg/mL; Octisalate 30 mg/mL; Avobenzone 30 mg/mL; Oxybenzone 60 mg/mL Lotion | Safeway, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-423 | Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate 230 mg/1 Tablet, Chewable | CVS PHARMACY,INC. | UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER |
Frequently asked questions
What is CVS Health used for?
Uses temporarily relieves ▪ nasal congestion due to a cold, heavy fever, or other upper respiratory allergies ▪ Sinus congestion and pressure
Who makes CVS Health?
CVS Health is listed by 6 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS Pharmacy, CVS PHARMACY, INC., CVS Pharmacy,Inc., CVS PHARMACY,INC..