Oxymethazoline HCL
Spray · Nasal
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Oxymetazoline HCL 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
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 prduct do not use more than directed do not use 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, sneexing, or an increased nasal discharge may occur use of this container by more than one person may spread infection
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
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms presist
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 10-12 hours. Do not exceed 2 doeses in 24 hours. children under 6 years of age: ask a doctor. Instructions for use: Shake well before use. to open, rotate cap to align the marks. Squeeze cap on toh sides in a counter-clockwise turn and pull to remove. To spray, hold bottles with 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 bottle.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients benzalkoium cjloride, dibasic sodium phosphate, edetate disodium dihydrate, monobasic sodium phosphate, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, povidone, purified water
Questions?
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Label text from the FDA structured product label by Reliable 1 Laboratories (revised Jan 15, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride in 3 products
Oxymethazoline HCL NDC products (3)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68788-7516 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 mg/1 Spray | Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 71205-383 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 mg/1 Spray | Proficient Rx LP | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69618-050 | Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride .05 mg/1 Spray | Reliable 1 Laboratories | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Oxymethazoline HCL 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
Who makes Oxymethazoline HCL?
Oxymethazoline HCL is listed by 3 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc., Proficient Rx LP, Reliable 1 Laboratories.