Nezeril® (oxymetazoline)
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What is Nezeril® ?
Nezeril contains the decongestant substance oxymetazoline hydrochloride, an alpha adrenergic agonist.
What is Nezeril® used for?
Nezeril is used to treat rhinitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose), sinusitis (inflammation of a sinus) and nasal congestion causing nutritional difficulties in infants.
How does Nezeril® work ?
- Nezeril binds to specific sites (receptors) on the nasal blood vessels and causes them to constrict or narrow.
- Constriction of the blood vessels in the nose and sinuses leads to drainage of excess fluid that has gathered in the area and a decrease in congestion.
- Nezeril has a rapid onset of action and provides prolonged nasal decongestion.
How is Nezeril® given ?
Nezeril is supplied as nose drops.
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