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What is in Afrin?: Unpacking the Ingredients of a Popular Nasal Spray

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According to the manufacturer, Afrin starts to work in seconds to provide relief from nasal congestion. So, what is in Afrin that makes it so fast and effective? Its primary ingredient is a potent decongestant called oxymetazoline hydrochloride, which works by constricting the swollen blood vessels in the nasal passages.