sort of Dristan Spray Generic Name: Oxymetazoline (Nasal) (oks i met AZ oh leen) Brand Name: 12 Hour Nasal Relief Spray, 12 Hour Nasal Spray, Afrin 12 Hour, Afrin Extra Moisturizing, Afrin Menthol Spray, ...show all 28 brand names. Afrin Nasal Spray, Afrin NoDrip Extra Moisture, Afrin NoDrip Original, Afrin NoDrip Sinus, Afrin Sinus, Dristan Spray, Long Lasting Nasal Spray, Mucinex Nasal Spray Full Force, Mucinex Nasal Spray Moisture, Mucinex Sinus-Max Full Force, Mucinex Sinus-Max Moist Smart, Nasal Decongestant Spray, Nasal Spray 12 Hour, Nasal Spray Extra Moisturizing, Nasal Spray Max Strength, Neo-Synephrine 12 Hour Spray, NRS Nasal Relief, QlearQuil, Sinus Nasal Spray, Vicks Sinex 12 Hour Decongest, Vicks Sinex Moisturizing, Vicks Sinex Severe Decongest, Vicks Sinex Overview Side Effects Dosage Interactions Pregnancy More Breastfeeding Warnings User Reviews Pricing & Coupons Uses of Dristan Spray: It is used to treat nose stuffiness. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor. Slideshow Seasonal Allergies: Top Prevention Tips What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Dristan Spray? If you have an allergy to oxymetazoline or any other part of Dristan Spray (oxymetazoline (nasal)). If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have taken certain drugs used for low mood (depression) like isocarboxazid, phenelzine, or tranylcypromine or drugs used for Parkinson's disease like selegiline or rasagiline in the last 14 days. Taking this medicine within 14 days of those drugs can cause very bad high blood pressure. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Dristan Spray. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Dristan Spray? Tell all of your health care providers that you take Dristan Spray. 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 Dristan Spray 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 Dristan Spray while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Dristan Spray) best taken? Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Do not take Dristan Spray 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 Dristan Spray 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. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Chest pain or pressure, a fast heartbeat, or passing out. Very bad headache. Very bad nose irritation. What are some other side effects of Dristan Spray? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Nose irritation. Sneezing. Burning. Stinging. Runny nose. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: 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. How do I store and/or throw out Dristan Spray? Store at room temperature. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer 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 Dristan Spray (oxymetazoline (nasal)), 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 Dristan Spray. 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 Dristan Spray. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Dristan 12 Hour Nasal Spray (oxymetazoline nasal) Side Effects During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding Dosage Information Drug Interactions Pricing & Coupons En Español 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: nasal antihistamines and decongestants Consumer resources Dristan 12-Hour Other brands: Afrin , Nostrilla , Afrin Sinus , Zicam Sinus Relief , ... +22 more Professional resources Related treatment guides Nasal Congestion} Drug Status OTC Availability Over the counter C Pregnancy Category Risk cannot be ruled out N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Dristan 12 Hour Nasal Spray Rating No Reviews - Be the first! No Reviews - Be the first! Not Rated - Be the first! 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