Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug. Check the product package or consult with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this nasal spray can be used by children.

Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug. Check the product package or consult with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this nasal spray can be used by children.

It can also be used to stop nosebleeds. This article explains how Afrin nasal spray works, how to use it, and possible side effects and drug interactions that may limit its use for some people.

QUESTION: Years ago, I got hooked on Afrin and couldn’t sleep at night without it because of the congestion. I was finally ...