Dristan 12-Hr Nasal Spray treats the symptom of nasal congestion stemming from hay fever, a cold or upper respiratory allergies, according to Wyeth Consumer Healthcare, the manufacturers of the product. In addition to nasal congestion, Dristan Cold Multi-symptom Formula Tablets treats various symptoms stemming from the cold, flu or hay fever, such as minor aches and pains, sore throat, headache and fever, runny nose and watery eyes. Even though Dristan is available over the counter, talk to your doctor before using the product if you have any medical conditions, are taking other medications or are breastfeeding or pregnant.
Dristan 12-Hour Nasal Spray
Step 1
Hold head upright and place nozzle in nostril.
Step 2
Spray and inhale deeply.
Step 3
Repeat process two or three times for each nostril.
Step 4
Take another dose of Dristan 12-Hour Nasal Spray 10 to 12 hours later if needed.
Step 5
Stop using if symptoms last for more than three days.
Dristan Cold Multi-Symptom Formula Tablets
Step 1
Take two tablets with water.
Step 2
Repeat every four hours as needed.
Step 3
Stop using if symptoms persist for longer than seven days.
Tips and Warnings
- Each container of Dristan 12-Hr Nasal Spray should only be used by one person to avoid infection.
- Do not take more than two doses of Dristan 12 Hour Nasal Spray in a 24-hour period. Do not take more than 12 Dristan Cold Multi-Symptom Formula tablets in a 24-hour period. Stop using after three days if your fever persists or worsens. Seek medication attention if you experience a sore throat longer than two days that occurs in tandem with a fever, rash, headache, vomiting or nausea while using Dristan Cold Multi-symptom Formula Tablets. Drowsiness may occur from using Dristan Cold Multi-symptom Formula Tablets. Do not operate machinery and avoid alcohol.
