FDA Label for Afrin Original
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- OTHER
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT
- PURPOSE
- USES
- ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
- WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
- OTC - STOP USE
- OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING
- OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
- DIRECTIONS
- OTHER INFORMATION
- INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
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Afrin Original Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Bayer Healthcare Llc.. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.
Other
Drug Facts
Active Ingredient
Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%
Purpose
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
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
Otc - Stop Use
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist
Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Otc - 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
- 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 spray, squeeze bottle quickly and firmly. Do not tilt head backward while spraying. Wipe nozzle clean after use.
Other Information
- store between 20° 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
Questions Or Comments?
Call 1-800-317-2165
Principal Display Panel - 15 Ml Bottle Carton
Afrin
®
Oxymetazoline HCl Nasal Solution-Nasal Decongestant
Original
NASAL SPRAY
Fast, Powerful
Congestion
Relief
Colds • Allergies
up to 12
Hour
Relief
Maximum
Strength
#1 Doctor & Pharmacist
Recommended Brand
1/2 FL OZ (15 mL)
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