Monograph Details

Respiratory Tract > Cough and cold
NEO-SYNEPHRINE SPRAY
Manufacturer
Bayer Corp, Consumer Care Div.
Legal Classification
OTC
Generic Name
Phenylephrine HCl 0.5%, 1%; nasal spray.
Also
NEO-SYNEPHRINE
NEO-SYNEPHRINE 12 HOUR
Indications
Nasal congestion.
Children
Not recommended.
Adults
2–3 sprays or 2–3 drops of 0.5% or 1% in each nostril up to every 4 hrs as needed; max 3 days.
Contraindications
During or within 14 days of MAOIs or tricyclic antidepressants. β-blockers may increase the pressor response of sympathomimetics. Antagonizes antihypertensives.
Precautions
Cardiovascular disease. Hypertension. GI or urinary obstruction. Hyperthyroidism. Diabetes. Children. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Interactions
Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs, tricyclics. β-blockers may increase the pressor effects of sympathomimetics.
Adverse Reactions
Nasal discomfort, rebound congestion, sneezing, headache, tremors, palpitations, insomnia, sweating, nervousness, pallor, lightheadedness.
How Supplied
All—15mL