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A member asked:
Took afrin (oxymetazoline) went down my throat when i sprayed in nostrils many say its normal but in back it says to seek medical attention if swallowed so i'm scared?
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Not to worry: It's very common to have some Afrin (oxymetazoline) get into the back of your throat when you spray. You don't have anything to worry about.
Answered 9/2/2020
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