Drug Index
Vicks Sinex SEVERE CONGESTION
Generic: OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Uses temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to a cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies sinus congestion and pressure
- Route: NASAL
- Class: General Medications
- Safety profile: high-alert
- Latest regulatory update: 18 Dec 2025, 12:00 am (UTC)
Structured Monograph
Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to a cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies sinus congestion and pressure Dosage and administration Directions adults & children 6 years & older (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 24 hours. children 2 to under 6 years ask a doctor children under 2 years do not use Warnings and cautions Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease thyroid disease diabetes high blood pressure trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland