SUDAFED^® Nasal Sprays

No, SUDAFED^{® OM} sprays contain the main active ingredient oxymetazoline while SUDAFED® Non-Medicated Saline Nasal mist contains water, salt, and aloe.

Oxymetazoline is primarily available in nasal sprays, drops, or mists. It is the common active ingredient in nasal decongestant medicines and belongs to a class of drugs called sympathomimetics. These drugs work on the blood vessels of your nasal passages. When you apply oxymetazoline into your nasal passages, it gets to work fast, causing these blood vessels to squeeze back to normal and reduce swelling, paving the way for clearer breathing. Oxymetazoline works fast and can provide congestion relief for several hours, allowing you to breathe more freely and comfortably.

SUDAFED^® non-medicated spray, which is a saline nasal mist, works by moisturizing and hydrating dry nasal passages, flushing out irritants like pollen and dust, and loosening mucus to clear everyday congestion. Unlike medicated nasal sprays, it doesn’t contain any active ingredients that constrict blood vessels to reduce swelling; instead, its simple formula of water, salt, and aloe gently provides relief by cleansing and moisturizing the nasal passages.

Always read and follow the entire product label before taking any medicine as it contains important information about any warnings about product usage information including warnings and any potential medicine interaction information. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about the medicines you are taking.