Dristan Drug Information

Generic name: OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE

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Uses of Dristan

temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to a cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies shrinks swollen membranes temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure

Dosage & Administration of Dristan

adults and children 6 to under 12 years of age (with adult supervision): 2 to 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 spray, squeeze bottle quickly and firmly. Do not tilt head backward while spraying.

Wipe nozzle clean after use. Replace cap tightly to maintain child resistant closure.

Side Effects of Dristan

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 may cause temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing or an increase in nasal discharge the use of this container by more than one person may spread infection

Stop use and ask a doctor if
symptoms persist

Warnings & Cautions for Dristan

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 may cause temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing or an increase in nasal discharge the 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.

Drug Interactions with Dristan

heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

Pregnancy Safety for Dristan

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Overdosage Information for Dristan

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.

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