Afrin Nasal Drops 0.05%

Uses of Afrin 0.05%

• Common cold
• Sinusitis
• Nasal congestion

How to use Afrin (Oxymetazoline) 0.05 % Nasal Spray

• Use this medication as directed in the nose. It is typically used as needed every 10 to 12 hours, but no more than twice in a 24-hour period.
• Follow all product instructions or use as directed by your doctor.
• If you have any concerns, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
• Before using this medication, gently blow your nose.
• Close the nostril on the side not receiving the medication with your finger. Place the spray tip into the open nostril while keeping your head upright.
• As you breathe in through your nose, spray the medication into the open nostril.
• Sniff several times to ensure that the medication reaches deep into the nose.
• If necessary, repeat these steps for the other nostril.
• Avoid spraying the medication into your eyes or into the center of your nose (nasal septum).

Cleaning:

• The nasal spray should be cleaned at least once a week.
• Remove the dust cover.
• Gently pull off the nasal applicator.
• Wash the applicator and dust cover in warm water.
• After each use, rinse the spray tip with hot water or wipe it with a clean tissue. Avoid using additional heat.
• Certain that no water enters the container. After each use, replace the cap.
• Replace the dust cover and gently push the applicator back onto the top of the bottle.

How Afrin 0.05% works

Afrin 0.05% is a decongestant for the nose. It works by constricting the small blood vessels on the inside of the nose. This provides temporary relief from nasal congestion or stuffiness.

Side effects of Afrin 0.05% Nasal Drops

• Burning
• Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
• Stinging
• Increased nasal discharge
• Dizziness
• Watery eyes
• Headache
• Nausea
• Dryness inside the nose
• Sneezing
• Nervousness

Quick Suggestions:

• It begins to work immediately, and each dose provides relief for up to 12 hours.
• The proper way to use the nasal spray: Avoid deep breathing because it causes medication to return to the throat, making it less effective.
• To avoid spreading germs, do not share the bottle with anyone else.
• If used for more than 3 or 4 days in a row, Afrin 0.05% can aggravate nasal congestion (called rebound congestion).

Pharmacology

Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride is a sympathomimetic amine derived from imidazoline. It acts directly on -adrenoceptors but not on -adrenoceptors. When applied topically to the nasal mucosa, it causes rapid and long-lasting vasoconstriction of the arterioles, reducing blood flow and mucosal edema. As a result, the airway's effectiveness improves and the nasal sinuses drain more effectively.

Dosage and Administration of Afrin 0.05% Nasal Drops

Oxymetazoline Nasal Drops-

• Adults & children 6 years of age: 2-3 drops of 0.05% Nasal Drops in each nostril twice daily in the morning and evening.
• Children 2-5 years of age: 2-3 drops of 0.025% Nasal Drops in each nostril twice daily in the morning and evening

Interaction

Patients taking MAO inhibitors or those who have just stopped taking them should not use Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride Nasal Preparation.

Contraindications

Cardiovascular illness, hyperthyroidism, prostatic enlargement, angle closure glaucoma, and intolerance to any of the components are all contraindications.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Although the safety of Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride Nasal Spray during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been proven, it is not believed to pose a risk during these times.

Precautions & Warnings

• Maintain a safe distance from the eyes.
• The spray should not be used for more than seven days without consulting a doctor.
• If used frequently or for an extended period of time, nasal congestion may reoccur or worsen.
• To avoid spreading germs, do not share the bottle with anyone else.

Storage Conditions

Protect from light and store below 30° C in a dry area. Do not freeze or refrigerate. Keep out of children's reach.