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    • NASAL MIST (Generic for SIMPLY SALINE)

Oxymetazoline (OX ee me TAZ oh leen) is a nasal decongestant. This medicine is used to treat nasal congestion or a stuffy nose. This medicine will not treat an infection.

NASAL MIST (Generic for SIMPLY SALINE) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride 0.05%, Nasal spray, solution

    • Interaction: Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages
    • Severity: Moderate
    • Notes for Consumers: Limit caffeine intake (examples: coffee, teas, colas, chocolate and some herbal supplements) while taking Oxymetazoline. Also avoid medicines containing additional Caffeine whenever possible. Side effects from Oxymetazoline may get worse if you take excessive Caffeine. Taking a high amount of Caffeine can increase the risk of nausea, nervousness, palpitations, problems with sleep, rapid heartbeat, tremor, or other side effects.
    • Notes for Professionals: Caffeine is a CNS stimulant and such actions are expected to be additive when coadministered with other CNS stimulants or psychostimulants. Caffeine should be avoided or used cautiously with oxymetazoline.

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