W12 DOW Flashcards
1
Q
Generic
A
Oxymetazoline
2
Q
Brand
A
Afrin
3
Q
Classification
A
Nasal Decongestant
4
Q
Uses
A
Releives Nasal Discomfort
5
Q
Route
A
Liquid Nasal Spray
6
Q
Side Effects (common, 6)
A
-Burning, Stinging, Dryness (in nasal cavity)-, Increased Nasal Discharge, Sneezing, Headache
7
Q
Side Effects (Serious, 2)
A
Fast heart rate, slow heart rate
8
Q
Considerations (What does it do?)
A
Works by constricting blood vessels in the nose.
9
Q
Considerations (Dosage and Frequency)
A
Not be taken more than 2x a day, do not take 3 days in a row, most overuse and get stuck in a cycle of overuse
10
Q
Considerations (Isolated Bottle)
A
Do not share the bottle with another person, can aid with the spread of infection
11
Q
Considerations (Age)
A
Should not be given to children under the ages of 6, and 12 years or younger should be monitored.
