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Xylometazoline

  • Helps relieve congestion caused by sinusitis, colds and hayfever
  • Gets to work in two minutes and lasts for up to 10 hours1
  • Non-drowsy
  • Suitable for adults and children aged 12 years and over

Reference: 1. Eccles R, Eriksson M, Garreffa S, Chen SC. The nasal decongestant effect of xylometazoline in the common cold. American Journal of Rhinology. 2008 Sep;22(5):491-6.

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Sudafed Blocked Nose Spray contains Xylometazoline Hydrochloride 0.1% w/v. Indications: for the symptomatic relief of nasal congestion associated with the common cold, influenza, sinusitis, allergic and non-allergic rhinitis, and other upper respiratory tract allergies. Legal category: GSL. Information about this product, including adverse reactions, precautions, contraindications and method of use can be found at https:// www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/1722. Marketing authorisation number: PL 15513/0074. Further information is available from Licence Holder: McNeil Products Limited, 50 - 100 Holmers Farm Way, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP12 4EG, UK. Date of preparation: July 2022.

UK-SU-2200024 Date of preparation: August 2022