Oxymetazoline

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: May 01, 2023

Side Effects


Oxymetazoline (Rhofade) Side Effects

Possible side effects of oxymetazoline are listed below. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects if they are severe or do not go away in a few days.

  • Pain
  • Itching
  • Worsening redness
  • Worsening pimples
  • Skin inflammation

Some of the adverse effects of oxymetazoline can be more serious. Call your doctor right away or seek emergency medical help if you develop any unusual signs or symptoms.

The above list may not include all the potential side effects of oxymetazoline. Contact your healthcare provider if your side effects are unusual or severe or they do not get better over time. You can also report unusual side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Oxymetazoline (rhofade) Overdose: If someone swallows oxymetazoline, call your doctor immediately. You can also call the local poison control center or the national poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If someone has lost consciousness, collapsed, is not breathing, or has had a seizure, call 911.

Source: FDA