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Generic nameOXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Labeler / manufacturerRite Aid Corporation
RouteNASAL
Drug classDrug class not supplied in source label
Product NDC11822-6378
Label effective date2026-09-04
Official product label reference
nasal — Rite Aid Corporation
This page contains 13 source sections for OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE, nasal route. Label set 71845bf9-8981-4ca0-a62c-dbef102b1b02, version 4.
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Uses described in the label
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
Purpose
Purpose Nasal decongestant
Dosage and administration — label text
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: Shake well before use. Hold white tabs, SQUEEZE grooved area of cap FIRMLY and turn counter clockwise. Before using the first time, prime metered pump by depressing pump firmly several times. To spray, hold bottle with thumb at base and nozzle between first and second fingers. Without tilting head, insert nozzle into nostril. Fully depress rim with a firm, even stroke and sniff deeply. Wipe nozzle clean after use. Secure cap after use.
Warnings
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 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 (1-800-222-1222).
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have • heart disease • high blood pressure • thyroid disease • diabetes • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
While using this medicine
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
When to stop use and seek help
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist
Pregnancy or breast feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Child safety
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Storage and handling
Other information • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) • retain carton for future reference on full labeling
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