decongestants, oxymetazoline

Question 1

how does oxymetazoline work?

Answer 1

vasoconstriction locally to UR

Question 2

oxymetazoline indications

Answer 2

relieve nasal congestion

Question 3

what happens when oxymetazoline is overused?

Answer 3

nasal lesions & rebound tenderness

Question 4

oxymetazoline contraindications

Answer 4

lesion or erosion to mucous membranes

Question 5

oxymetazoline adverse effects

Answer 5

-may cause local stinging & burning
-rebound congestion may occur so important to teach limit the use of nasal decongestants to 3-5 days
-arrhythmias
-palpations
-dizziness