vicks sinex

Medicated Vicks Sinex sprays use the decongestant oxymetazoline hydrochloride. Drug-free Sinex options are saline (sodium chloride) solutions used for rinsing or moisturizing.

Saline options are isotonic sodium chloride solutions for gentle daily flushing or moisturizing and contain no active drug. Oxymetazoline sprays are medicated decongestants that reduce nasal swelling, provide stronger temporary relief, and are not intended for daily continuous use.

Label age guidance varies by product. Sinex offerings include formulations labeled for 1 month and up, 1 year and up, 3 years and up, 6 years and up, and adult use. Check the specific product label to confirm the correct age range before use.

Labels direct adults and children 6 years and older to use 2–3 sprays in each nostril, not more often than every 10–12 hours, and not to exceed two doses in 24 hours. The products are not intended for daily continuous use; contact a doctor for suspected sinus infection or other serious symptoms.