Family Wellness Oxymetazoline Sinus Severe
Generic: Oxymetazoline
✓ FDA-verified
View full FDA label ↗Family Wellness Oxymetazoline Sinus Severe is a nasal spray that temporarily helps relieve nasal congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, or upper respiratory allergies, and it can also ease sinus congestion and pressure. It works by shrinking swollen membranes in your nose, making it easier to breathe. For adults and children aged 6 to under 12, the starting dose is 2 or 3 sprays in each nostril, which can be used every 10 to 12 hours, but you should not use more than 2 doses in a 24-hour period. It's important to note that children under 6 years old should consult a doctor before use. Additionally, if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) within the last 14 days, you should not use this medication.
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Uses
- nasal congestion due to common cold. nasal congestion due to hay fever. nasal congestion due to upper respiratory allergies. sinus congestion and pressure.
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Dosage
Adults and children 6 to under 12 years: 2 or 3 sprays in each nostril every 10 to 12 hours.
Do not exceed 2 doses in any 24-hour period.
Children under 6 years should consult a doctor.
Before first use, remove the cap and prime the pump.
Wipe the nozzle clean after use.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
Nasal irritationDryness in the noseHeadacheNausea
Serious
Serious allergic reactions
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Consult a doctor for children under 6 years.
- Do not exceed recommended doses.
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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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