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DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY

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Generic Name for DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY

Oxymetazoline HCl 0.05%.

Legal Classification:

OTC

Pharmacological Class for DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY

Sympathomimetic.

Manufacturer of DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY

Pfizer Consumer Healthcare

Indications for DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY

Nasal congestion.

Adult dose for DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY

2–3 sprays into each nostril not more than every 10–12 hours. Max 2 doses/day.

Children's dosing for DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY

Individualize.

Contraindications for DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY

Use >3 days; may worsen nasal congestion.

Warnings/Precautions for DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY

Heart disease. Hypertension. Thyroid disease. Diabetes. Urinary retention. Enlarged prostate. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.

Adverse Reactions for DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY

Local effects (eg, burning, stinging, sneezing, increased nasal discharge).

How is DRISTAN 12-HR NASAL SPRAY supplied?

Nasal spray—15mL

Related Disease:

Congestion, nasal~nasal preparations

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