Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride 12-Hour
(Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride) spray
Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%
Purpose
Nasal decongestant
Uses
- temporary relief of nasal congestion
- due to the common cold
- due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies
- associated with sinusitis
- reduces swelling of nasal passages
- temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
Warnings
Do not exceed recommended dosage
This product may cause temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing, or an increase in nasal discharge. The use of this container by more than one person may spread infection.
Do not use
- for more than 3 days
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes
- difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
When using this product
- frequent or prolonged use may cause nasal congestion to recur or worsen
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.
Directions
- Adults and children 6 to under 12 years of age (with supervision): 2 to 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 the bottle quickly and firmly. Do not tilt head backward while spraying. Wipe nozzle clean after use.
Inactive ingredients
benzalkonium chloride, dibasic sodium phosphate (anhydrous), edetate disodium (dihydrate), monobasic sodium phosphate (monohydrate), polyethylene glycol 1450, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water.
Questions?
Call 1-866-923-4914
Distributed by:
Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
Hawthorne, NY 10532
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 30 mL Bottle Carton
Compare to the
active ingredient
in Afrin ®*
Nasal
Decongestant
12- Hour Spray
Oxymetazoline
Hydrochloride 0.05%
Maximum Strength
- Fast Acting
- Up To 12 Hours Relief
Contains the Active Ingredient
Recommended Most by
Physicians and Pharmacists
12
1 fl oz (30 mL)
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