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Anefrin Nasal Original

Dosage form: spray
Ingredients: OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 0.05g in 100mL
Labeler: Walgreen Company
NDC code: 0363-0304

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 24, 2023.

Walgreen Co. Anefrin Nasal Spray Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%

Purpose

Nasal decongestant

Uses
temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to:
common cold
hay fever
upper respiratory allergies
temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure
shrinks swollen nasal membranes so you can breathe more freely

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have
heart disease
high blood pressure
diabetes
thyroid disease
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.
temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing or an increase in nasal discharge may occur
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 (1-800-222-1222).

Directions
adults and children 6 to under 12 years of age (with adult supervision): 2 or 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 Use: Push firmly down on cap and turn counter clockwise. To spray, squeeze bottle quickly and firmly. Do not tilt head backward while spraying. Wipe nozzle clean after use. Secure cap after use.

Other information
store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
retain carton for future reference on full labeling

Inactive ingredients

benzalkonium chloride solution, benzyl alcohol, dibasic sodium phosphate, edetate disodium, monobasic sodium phosphate, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water

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Compare to Afrin® Original active ingredient

Anefrin Nasal Spray

OXYMETAZOLINE HCl 0.05% / NASAL DECONGESTANT

ORIGINAL

MAXIMUM STRENGTH

12 HOUR

Fast, powerful congestion relief

For colds & allergies

1 FL OZ (30 mL)

ANEFRIN NASAL  ORIGINAL
oxymetazoline hydrochloride spray
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0363-0304
Route of AdministrationNASALDEA Schedule    
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE (OXYMETAZOLINE) OXYMETAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE0.05 g  in 100 mL
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 
BENZYL ALCOHOL 
SODIUM PHOSPHATE, DIBASIC, UNSPECIFIED FORM 
EDETATE DISODIUM 
SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MONOBASIC, UNSPECIFIED FORM 
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED 
POVIDONE, UNSPECIFIED 
PROPYLENE GLYCOL 
WATER 
Product Characteristics
ColorWHITE (Translucent) Score    
ShapeSize
FlavorImprint Code
Contains    
Packaging
#Item CodePackage Description
1NDC:0363-0304-101 BOTTLE, SPRAY in 1 CARTON
130 mL in 1 BOTTLE, SPRAY
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC monograph finalpart34109/28/1995
Labeler - Walgreen Company (008965063)

Revised: 12/2019
 
Walgreen Company

Further information

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