Afrin is a brand of nasal spray that provides relief from nasal congestion due to colds, allergies, and sinus congestion and pressure. The active ingredient in Afrin nasal sprays is Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05% . Here are some details about Afrin nasal sprays:
Positive:
- Provides relief from nasal congestion due to colds, allergies, and sinus congestion and pressure.
- Works fast to relieve sinus pressure with cooling menthol.
- Provides long-lasting relief for up to 12 hours.
- Easy to use with a metered pump.
Negative:
- Overuse of Afrin nasal sprays can lead to a condition called rebound congestion, where the nasal passages become more congested than before.
- Afrin nasal sprays are not recommended for children under 6 years of age without consulting a doctor.
Ingredients or materials:
- Active ingredient: Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.05% .
- Inactive ingredients: Afrin nasal sprays contain various inactive ingredients such as benzalkonium chloride solution, edetate disodium, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium phosphate dibasic, sodium phosphate monobasic, benzyl alcohol, camphor, eucalyptol, menthol, microcrystalline cellulose, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, and polysorbate 80.
