Afrin Sinus

• It is used to treat nose stuffiness.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine (Afrin Sinus). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
• Do not use for more than 3 days. Using this medicine too often or for longer than you have been told may cause nose stuffiness to happen again or get worse.
• If you have high blood sugar (diabetes), you will need to watch your blood sugar closely.
• This medicine may cause harm if swallowed or if too much is used. The chance is higher in children. If this medicine (Afrin Sinus) is swallowed or too much is used, call a doctor or poison control center right away.
• Talk with the doctor before you give this medicine to a child younger than 6 years old.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine (Afrin Sinus) while you are pregnant.
• Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

• Do not take this medicine (Afrin Sinus) by mouth. Use in your nose only. Keep out of your mouth and eyes (may burn).
• Some products may have different ways to prime the pump. Some pumps may also need to be primed if not used for different periods of time. Follow how and when to prime as you have been told.
• Blow your nose before use.
• Do not tilt your head back before using this medicine.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

• If you use this medicine (Afrin Sinus) on a regular basis, use a missed dose as soon as you think about it.
• If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
• Do not use 2 doses or extra doses.
• Many times this medicine is used on an as needed basis. Do not use more often than told by the doctor.

• If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
• Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
• Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.
• Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.
• Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine (Afrin Sinus), please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine (Afrin Sinus). It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine (Afrin Sinus).

Review Date: October 4, 2017

Applies to oxymetazoline nasal: nasal solution, nasal spray

Cardiovascular

Very rare (less than 0.01%): Tachycardia, palpitations, increased blood pressure[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Very rare (less than 0.01%): Nausea[Ref]

General

The most commonly reported side effects were discomfort or irritation in the nose, mouth or throat, and sneezing.[Ref]

Nervous system

Very rare (less than 0.01%): Insomnia, nervousness, tremor, anxiety, restlessness, irritability, headache[Ref]

Ocular

Rare (less than 0.1%): Eye irritation, dryness, discomfort/redness[Ref]

Respiratory

Rare (less than 0.1%): Discomfort or irritation in the nose, mouth or throat, sneezing
Frequency not reported: Rhinitis medicamentosa (after prolonged or heavy use)[Ref]

Some side effects of Afrin Sinus may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.