Phenylephrine nasal spray is used to relieve nasal discomfort caused by colds, allergies, and hay fever. It is also used to relieve sinus congestion and pressure.
How should this medicine be used?
Use phenylephrine nasal spray more often or for longer than the recommended period of time, your congestion may get worse or may improve but then return.
Do not use phenylephrine nasal spray for longer than 3 days. If your symptoms do not get better after 3 days of treatment, stop using phenylephrine and call your doctor.
To use the nose spray:
To use the nose spray
Before using phenylephrine nasal spray:-
Phenylephrine nasal may cause side effects:-burning, stinging, sneezing, increased nasal discharge, nervousness, dizziness, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
Assessment & Drug Effects:-
Patient Education
Assessment Prior to administration:
Planning: Patient Goals
The patient will:
Patient Education
Inform patients:
Instruct patient:
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