Oxymetazoline topical and Promethazine

• Generic Name: oxymetazoline topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Rhofade

Oxymetazoline is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels. Dilated blood vessels under the skin can cause redness.

Oxymetazoline topical (for the skin) is used to treat facial redness caused by rosacea.

Oxymetazoline topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: promethazine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Phenergan, Phenadoz, Promethegan

Promethazine is in a group of drugs called phenothiazines (FEEN-oh-THYE-a-zeens). It works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Promethazine also acts as an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.

Promethazine is used to treat allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and itchy skin rashes. It also prevents motion sickness, and treats nausea and vomiting or pain after surgery. It is also used as a sedative or sleep aid.

Promethazine is not for use in treating symptoms of asthma, pneumonia, or other lower respiratory tract infections.