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I have a cold and took afrin (oxymetazoline). i got some of it down my throat and it has a numb, stinging feeling to it. is there anyway to get rid of that?
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Try eating or drink: If that doesn't help, then you will need to wait the 12 hours for it to wear off. I don't think the sensation would last the full 12 hours though.
Answered 3/26/2014
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