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Mucinex Nasal Spray: Package Insert / Prescribing Info

Package insert / product label
Generic name: oxymetazoline hydrochloride
Dosage form: nasal solution
Drug class: Nasal antihistamines and decongestants

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 25, 2025.

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05%

Purpose

Nasal decongestant

Indications and Usage for Mucinex Nasal Spray

  • temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to:
    • a cold
    • hay fever
    • upper respiratory allergies
  • promotes nasal and sinus drainage
  • temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure
  • helps clear nasal passages; shrinks swollen membranes

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • heart disease
  • high blood pressure
  • thyroid disease
  • diabetes
  • 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.

Mucinex Nasal Spray Dosage and Administration

  • 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

Shake well before use. Before using the first time, remove the protective cap from the tip and prime metered pump by depressing firmly several times. To spray, hold bottle with thumb at base and nozzle between first and second fingers. Without tilting head, insert nozzle into nostril. Fully depress pump all the way down with a firm even stroke and sniff deeply. Wipe nozzle clean after use.

Storage and Handling

  • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
  • retain carton for future reference on full labeling

Inactive ingredients

benzalkonium chloride solution, edetate disodium, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium phosphate dibasic, sodium phosphate monobasic, sorbitol

Questions?

1-866-MUCINEX (1-866-682-4639) You may also report side effects to this phone number.

Dist. by: Reckitt Benckiser Inc.
Parsippany, NJ 07054-0224

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 22 mL Carton

NDC 63824-122-75

Mucinex®
NASAL SPRAY

Oxymetazoline HCl 0.05%
Nasal Decongestant

Moisture
Smart®

MEMBRANE HYDRATION
TECHNOLOGY®

  • Soothes
    membranes & clears
    out excess mucus
  • Fast Relief
    of sinus pressure
    & nasal congestion

12
HOUR

3/4 FL OZ (22 mL)

Principal Display Panel - 22 mL Carton
MUCINEX NASAL MOISTURE SMART
oxymetazoline hydrochloride solution
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:63824-122
Route of AdministrationNASAL
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride (UNII: K89MJ0S5VY) (Oxymetazoline - UNII:8VLN5B44ZY) Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride0.5 mg in 1 mL
Packaging
#Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
1NDC:63824-122-751 in 1 CARTON
122 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC MONOGRAPH FINALpart34106/30/2010
Labeler - Reckitt Benckiser, Inc. (094405024)

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