Specifications

11/17/16
Afrin®
Original Nasal Spray
Drug Facts
Active ingredient Purpose
Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%…………………………………….Nasal decongestant
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
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
 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.
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
hours.
 children under 6 years: ask a doctor
To Use: Push firmly down on cap and turn counter clockwise. To spray, squeeze bottle
quickly and firmly. Do not tilt head backward while spraying. Wipe nozzle clean after use.
Secure cap after use.
Other information
 store between 20°C to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
 retain carton for future reference on full labeling
Inactive ingredients benzalkonium chloride solution, edetate disodium, polyethylene
glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium phosphate dibasic, sodium
phosphate monobasic
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