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Children Afrin Extra Moisturizing Stuffy Nose Pump Mist Stuffy Nose Pump Mist

OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Standard Dose
Directions children 2 to under 6 years of age (with adult supervision): 2 or 3 sprays in each nostril not more often than every 10 to 12 hours. Use only recommended amount. Do not exceed 2 doses in any 24-hour period. children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor To Use: Shake well before use. Hold white tabs, press grooved area of cap firmly and turn counter clockwise. Before using the first time, prime metered pump by depressing pump firmly up to 10 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. Wipe nozzle clean after use. Secure cap after use.
Max Dose
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Primary Use
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
Summary

Indications and usage 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 Dosage and administration Directions children 2 to under 6 years of age (with adult supervision): 2 or 3 sprays in each nostril not more often than every 10 to 12 hours.

Use only recommended amount.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage 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 Dosage and administration Directions children 2 to under 6 years of age (with adult supervision): 2 or 3 sprays in each nostril not more often than every 10 to 12 hours. Use only recommended amount. Do not exceed 2 doses in any 24-hour period. children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor To Use: Shake well before use. Hold white tabs, press grooved area of cap firmly and turn counter clockwise. Before using the first time, prime metered pump by depressing pump firmly up to 10 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. Wipe nozzle clean after use. Secure cap after use. Warnings and cautions Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you or a child has heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes 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 Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Monitoring

  • Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you or a child has heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes 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 Keep out of reach of children.

Interaction Notes

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