Oxymetazoline vs Xylometazoline
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| This medication is used for temporary relief of congestion in the nose caused by various conditions including the common cold, sinusitis, hay fever, and allergies. It works by narrowing the blood vessels in the nose area, reducing swelling and congestion. | This medication is used for temporary relief of congestion in the nose caused by various conditions including the common cold, sinusitis, hay fever, and allergies. It works by narrowing the blood vessels in the nose area, reducing swelling and congestion. | |||
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| Add Oxymetazoline review I had bad side effects from this medication such as, itching, rashes, behavioral problems such as depression, thoughts of suiside. My Army Doctors all have panic attacks when I tell them I am using Afrin, but other Rx nasal sprays (cortico-steroids and anti-histamines)have almost no effect, except side effects. I have asked them why Afrin is so bad, but the ONLY side effect is that you may become dependent on it. Being that I have literally been congested my entire life without pause, Afrin is a lifesaver! One could argue that I have become dependent, but that would be a moot point, since I have never been able to breathe normally anyway... until Afrin. | Add Xylometazoline review | |||
