Oxymetazoline vs. Xylometazoline

Oxymetazolinenoun

A sympathomimetic drug with vasoconstrictive activity that is used in the form of its hydrochloride C16H24N2O·HCl chiefly as a topical nasal decongestant, developed from xylometazoline.

Oxymetazoline

Oxymetazoline, an imidazole derivative, is a topical decongestant, used in the form of oxymetazoline hydrochloride. It was developed from xylometazoline at E. Merck Darmstadt by Wolfgang Fruhstorfer and Helmut Müller-Calgan in 1961.

Xylometazolinenoun

A drug used as a topical nasal decongestant that works by constricting the blood vessels in the nose.

Xylometazoline

Xylometazoline, also spelled xylomethazoline, is a medication used to reduce symptoms of nasal congestion, allergic rhinitis, and sinusitis. Use is not recommended for more than seven days.