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Can a pregnant woman take afrin (oxymetazoline)?

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Yes, but . . .: Taken in the third trimester, there appears to be no problem. There are adverse events reported sporadically after high dose/prolonged use, especially in the first two trimesters. My recommendation is use saline nasal spray. Works very well and all it is salt water.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 8/30/2015

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