Propylhexedrine nasal

Propylhexedrine nasal is a decongestant that helps relieve a stuffy nose caused by a cold, hay fever, or other allergies.

Propylhexedrine nasal may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Misusing this medicine can cause serious problems with your heart or mental health. These issues could lead to disability or death.

Use this medicine exactly as it says on the label, or as your doctor has prescribed.

Do not take by mouth. Propylhexedrine nasal is meant to be used only by inhaling the vapors through your nose.

The usual dose of this medicine is 2 inhalations every 2 hours.

Do not let a young child use this medicine without help from an adult.

Stop using and call your doctor if your stuffy nose does not get better after 3 days, or if it gets worse.

Long-term use or misuse of propylhexedrine nasal can harm your heart or lungs.

Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep the inhaler tightly capped when not in use.

Throw away the inhaler after 3 months of use.

Do not break or open the inhaler device to reach the cotton rod inside. Do not eat the cotton rod or squeeze liquid from it. Using this medicine incorrectly could lead to death.

Misusing this medicine can lead to serious or deadly side effects that may cause disability or death.

Stop using and seek medical help immediately if you experience a severe headache, blurred vision, agitation, confusion, paranoia, hallucinations, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, rapid heartbeats, or pounding in your neck or ears.

propylhexedrine nasal may have other ingredients like menthol or lavender oil. Check with a doctor or pharmacist if propylhexedrine nasal is safe for you if you have had an allergic reaction to any ingredient in the product.

Consult a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give propylhexedrine nasal to a child younger than 6 years old without medical advice.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using propylhexedrine nasal and get medical help right away if you have:

• chest pain, trouble breathing, fast heartbeats;
• a severe headache, blurred vision, pounding in your neck or ears;
• a seizure;
• agitation, confusion, paranoia, hallucinations; or
• nausea, vomiting, severe constipation.

Common side effects of propylhexedrine nasal may include:

• burning or stinging in your nose;
• sneezing; or
• runny nose.

Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Propylhexedrine is used as needed. If you miss a dose while on a dosing schedule, skip that dose. Do not take two doses at once.

Do not use it more often than every 2 hours.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222, especially if anyone has taken propylhexedrine nasal by mouth or injection.

Do not share this medicine with others. Sharing an inhaler that is placed in the nose can spread infection or disease.

Other drugs may affect propylhexedrine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.