Drug Name:Oxymetazoline
Drug Class:Topical decongestant
Mechanism of Action:Alpha-adrenergic agonist that constricts blood vessels in the nasal passages, reducing inflammation and congestion
Use:
  • Relief of nasal congestion due to allergies, colds, or sinusitis
  • Prevention of nasal congestion during air travel
Side Effects:
  • Burning or stinging sensation in the nose
  • Dryness or irritation of the nasal passages
  • Sneezing
  • Headache
  • Nausea
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to oxymetazoline or any component of the formulation
  • Use of MAO inhibitors within the past 14 days
  • Severe hypertension or coronary artery disease
  • Narrow-angle glaucoma
  • Prostatic hypertrophy
Specialty:
  • Otolaryngology
  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Emergency Medicine