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Is Xylometazoline Hydrochloride vegetarian?

Xylometazoline Hydrochloride

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Xylometazoline hydrochloride is the hydrochloride salt of xylometazoline, a synthetic sympathomimetic drug used as a topical decongestant in nasal sprays and drops.

Also known as Xylomethazoline hydrochloride
INCI name Xylometazoline Hydrochloride
CAS number 1218-35-5
EC number 214-936-4
CosIng ID 81227
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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