Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief

Oxymetazoline is a decongestant that diminishes capillary in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stale nose).

Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief (for the nose) is for short-term alleviation of nasal congestion (stale nose) triggered by allergic reactions or the common cold.

Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief might also be used for objectives not detailed in this drug overview.

Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief (for the nose) is made use of for short-lived relief of nasal congestion triggered by allergic reactions or the common cold.

Stop using Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief and call your medical professional at the same time if you have continuous or intensifying signs and symptoms, or if you have severe burning or painful in your nose after using the nasal spray

You should not use Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacologist if it is secure for you to take this medication if you have various other clinical problems, particularly:

• heart disease, hypertension, coronary artery condition;
• diabetes mellitus;
• a thyroid problem; or
• bigger prostate or urination issues.

FDA maternity category C. It is not recognized whether Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief will certainly hurt an unborn infant. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to conceive while utilizing this medication.

It is not understood whether oxymetazoline nasal enter bust milk or if it might hurt a nursing infant. Inform your physician if you are breast-feeding an infant.

Get emergency situation clinical assistance if you have any of these indications of an allergic reaction: hives; tough breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief may create serious adverse effects. Stop using Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief and call your doctor at once if you have:

• continuous or aggravating symptoms;
• serious burning or painful in your nose after making use of the nasal spray;
• upper body discomfort, rapid or uneven heart price; or
• serious headache, buzzing in your ears, anxiousness, confusion, or sensation short of breath.

Typical side effects of Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief may include:

• moderate burning or stinging of the nose;
• sneezing; or
• drippy nose.

This is not a total checklist of adverse effects and others might occur. Call your physician for medical recommendations concerning adverse effects. You might report adverse effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Using the medication too long or too often may worsen your symptoms or cause nasal congestion to clear up and come back.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 3 days of treatment.

Do not share this medication with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have. Sharing a nasal spray bottle can spread infection.

To use the nose drops (nasal solution):

• Blow your nose gently. Tilt your head back as far as possible, or lie down and hang your head over the side of a bed. Hold the dropper over your nose and place the correct number of drops into your nose.
• Sit up and bend your head slightly forward, then move it gently left and right. Stay seated with your head bent forward for a few minutes.
• Avoid sneezing or blowing your nose for at least a few minutes after using the nose drops.

To use the nasal spray:

• Blow your nose gently. Keep your head upright and insert the tip of bottle into one nostril. Press your other nostril closed with your finger. Breathe in quickly and gently spray the medicine into your nose. Then use the spray in your other nostril.
• Do not blow your nose for at least a few minutes after using the nasal spray.

Do not use the nasal spray more than 2 times in 24 hours.

Wipe the tip of the spray bottle with a clean tissue but do not wash with water or soap.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Utilize the missed out on dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dosage if it is nearly time for your next set up dose. Do not use added medicine to compose the missed dosage.

Seek emergency medical focus or call the Toxin Customer service at 1-800-222-1222 if anybody has unintentionally swallowed the medicine.

Maintain Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief out of the reach of youngsters. Particular nasal medications can cause severe medical problems in a little one that unintentionally draws on or swallows medicine from the nasal spray bottle.

Follow your physician's guidelines concerning any restrictions on food, drinks, or task.

Ask a medical professional or pharmacist if it is risk-free for you to use Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief if you are additionally making use of any of the adhering to medications:

• an antidepressant-- amitriptyline, clomipramine, desipramine, doxepin, imipramine, nortriptyline;
• ergot medicine-- ergotamine, dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, methylergonovine; or
• an MAO prevention-- isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine.

This list is not complete and various other medicines may communicate with Zicam Extreme Congestion Relief. Inform your medical professional concerning all drugs you utilize. This includes prescription, over the counter, vitamin, and organic items. Do not begin a brand-new medicine without telling your doctor.