What drug class is oxymetazoline?

oxymetazoline is classified as a Imidazolines.

Is there a generic version of oxymetazoline?

Yes, generic versions of oxymetazoline are available. See the Exact Equivalents section above for FDA-rated generic alternatives.

How does oxymetazoline work?

oxymetazoline mechanism of action information is available in the Drug Information section of this page.

Oxymetazoline

Also sold as: Afrin, Allerest 12 Hour Nasal Spray, Dristan 12-Hour Nasal Spray, Duramist Plus, Neo-Synephrine 12 Hour (+9 more)

ImidazolinesPrescription OnlyGeneric Available

Related Medications

Important: Only drugs listed as "Exact Equivalents" (FDA AB-rated) are confirmed interchangeable. All other listings are for informational reference only and do NOT indicate that drugs can be substituted without a physician's explicit guidance.

Same Pharmacologic Class

These drugs share a pharmacologic classification but are NOT interchangeable. Listing here does not imply clinical equivalence. A physician must evaluate each drug individually for the patient's specific condition.

Classification: Imidazolines (source: RxClass/NLM)

angiotensin iiVasoconstrictorSame Class

Insurance Coverage User-Reported

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Drug Information

Indications & Uses

Uses temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to a cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies sinus congestion and pressure

Dosage & Administration

Directions Remove protective cap. Before using for the first time, prime the pump by firmly depressing its rim several times. Hold container with thumb at base and nozzle between first and second fingers. Without tilting your head, insert nozzle into nostril. Fully depress rim with a firm, even stroke and inhale deeply. adults & children 6 yrs. & older (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 24 hours. children 2 to under 6 yrs.: ask a doctor children under 2 yrs.: do not use

Warnings & Precautions

Warnings For external use only; avoid contact with eyes. Do not use by mouth in nostrils on wounds or damaged skin with tight bandages Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland When using this product, do not do not exceed recommended dosage do not use this product 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 increased 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.

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DailyMed (NLM/NIH)FDA-approved drug labeling↗FDA Orange BookTherapeutic equivalence data↗RxNorm (NLM/NIH)Drug nomenclature & relationships↗