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I experienced heart palpitations and a fast heart rate after taking a nasal decongestant (otrivine), is this normal?
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No: Here is reference from drugs.com:f any of the following side effects occur while taking xylometazoline nasal, check with your doctor or nurse as soon as possible: Blurred vision. dizziness. headache or light-headedness. hives. nausea. nervousness. pounding, irregular, or fast heartbeat. rash.
Answered 6/29/2015
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