Zicam (oxymetazoline hydrochloride) spray
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%
Purpose
Nasal decongestant
Uses
- temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to:
- the common cold
- hay fever
- upper respiratory allergies
- temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure
- helps clear nasal passages
- shrinks swollen membranes
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 result
- 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.
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 pump:
- to open, hold the actuator to squeeze and turn cap
- hold with thumb at bottom of bottle and nozzle between fingers
- before using the first time, prime pump by depressing several times
- place tip of nozzle just past nasal opening (approximately 1/8")
- pump 2 or 3 times in each nostril without tilting your head. Sniff deeply.
- wipe nozzle clean after use
- to close, turn cap until it 'clicks'
Other information
- store between 15-29°C (59-84°F)
- retain carton for future reference on full labeling
Inactive ingredients
aloe barbadensis gel, benzalkonium chloride, benzyl alcohol, disodium EDTA, disodium phosphate, glycerin, hydroxyethylcellulose, hydroxylated lecithin, monosodium phosphate, purified water
Questions? Comments? Side Effects?
call 877-942-2626 toll free
Distributed by Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260.
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 mL Bottle Carton
NDC 62750-005-10
ZICAM ®
EXTREME
CONGESTION
RELIEF
NASAL DECONGESTANT
OXYMETAZOLINE HCl
12
HOUR
RELIEF
COLDS*ALLERGIES
Fast, Powerful
Congestion
Relief
No-Drip Liquid®
NASAL SPRAY
Soothing
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0.50 FL OZ (15 mL)