Nostrilla - What Happened To It?

All of a sudden Nostrilla has disappeared from the shelf of my CVS (which is the only place locally that I was ever able to find it). Online sites have is listed as out of stock. Was it discontinued, recalled, or what?

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I believe certain batches of Nostrilla were recalled due to a concern over contaminated water being used. I can't find it either.

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That is correct, there was recall on the Nostrilla 12-Hour Nasal Decongestant Spray back on September 20, 2011, due to the potential presence of a microbial contaminant.

It contains the active ingredient Oxymetazoline and it is used in several similar products that you might want to try, as an alternative, until there is a new supply of Nostrilla on the shelves.

They are listed as being Afrin, Sudafed OM, Dristan, Vicks Sinex and Mucinex Full Force.

You can also try asking the pharmacist to help you find one.

https:/­/­rxchat.com/­wiki/­Oxymetazoline/­

Is there anything else I can help with?

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keep your bottles and boxes of nostrilla if they contain that code//you can end up with more than a stuffy nose from burkholderia cepacia/i got sick

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what are the codes. when they weren't on the self I bought some online and they have a funny smell and taste.

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Here's the information from the recall notice:

(UPC 0036373673005, Batch/Lot 11G075

That is the only product affected, according to the listing. They say it may be returned for a refund, until 10/19/11


https:/­/­rxchat.com/­wiki/­Oxymetazoline/­

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after using nostrilla i can't find anything that works anywhere near as good, doe's anyone have any idea when Nostrilla will be back in my walgreens or cvs????

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I usually buy it at Walgreens but they havent had it for quite awhile and nobody else has either. I called 4 stores today and the last one told me about the recall. I had not heard about it. I have tried 4 other products and none work.......I need my Nostrilla!! Hope they get it fixed soon!

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I have been using Nostrilla for some time and find that other sprays are not as effective. Just learned of the recall after visiting several stores that had none in stock. Can anyone advise me if they intend to continue making it and when to expect it back on shelves?

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I thought I was a little phobic about my nose spray, but reading here I see I'm not the only one that can't replace Nostrilla, I've tried two others so far but they take forever to kick in and I have to spray more often. Hope Nostrilla shows up soon.

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I agree I have a deviated septum and have tried many nose spry's... Nostrilla is the only one that provides my with any relief, for when my sinus cavities seem to swell so bad it closes my nostril passages completely. No matter how hard I push air just won't pass through, Nostrilla greatly improved my quality of life. I am currently tried the recommended Mucinex Full Force which provides mr little relief. Has anyone found anything compareae to Nistrilla they could recommend until Nostrilla is back on shelves?

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I also have been trying to find a replacement for Nostrilla. I have tried Afrin and Neosenifrin(sp). Nothing works except Nostrilla. I pray it comes back.

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Sinex 12hr and Mucinex come the closest for me

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It is interesting that there is a whole list of products that have the same amount of the same ingredient, yet they don't necessarily work as well as Nostrilla. I thought my husband was crazy when he told me that, but others have made that same observation.

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I just saw that CVS on-line has it available. Only Nostrilla works for me, too.

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I've used nostrilla for years! I was'nt aware of any "recall" until a Walgreens employee advised me. I have already used all the product and the bottles are long gone. I've since tried all different products and NOTHING else works. I hope I don't get this "burkholderia cepasia" that it was possibly contaminated with! Since using the other products, I am experiencing headaches, nasal burning, sneezing and some breathing problems. But it could be from these "other products. Nothing else works like my Nostrilla. I hope they will get some out there soon. I am suffering!

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I agree Nostrilla is the only thing that will relieve the congestions. All of the others have Benzalcronium (sp) Chloride as their main ingredient and I'm allergic to it. My nose burns and I get headaches when I try all the others.
I hope they get it on the shelves soon.

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Dear M Lou, I just posted a new response regarding a "replacement" that I found at Walgreens.......its a Walgreems brand called ANEFRIN NASAL SPRAY, 12 hour, extra moisturizing. I dont have the box to check the ingredient your allergic to however the bottle does'nt list that particular ingredient. I must have same allergy because the other sprays burned my nose too!!.....and seemed like burned my eyes and "whole head". So check into!!!.....hope it helps!!!

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Dear "infected", I was wondering, you said you "got sick", can you tell me what your symptoms were? Did you go see your Dr.? What was your diagnosis and prognosis?.....I am concerned, about me!.....Thank you

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Please see new reply.....I've found alternative!!.....

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Lacy, what is the new alternative?

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I have been using Nostrilla for 25 years with no side effects. Just clears my sinuses and no rebound. Does not bring my blood pressure up nor does it make my heart beat faster. One size does not fit all when doctors repeat the same thing over and over. I am 78 and in excellent condition except I get seasonal allergies.

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Re: Mary (# 89)

Hi, Thanks for your post. Quick question since you are allergic to the new Nostrilla what do you take instead? Looks like I have the allergy as well.

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The problem is Nostrilla was sold to another company and they CHANGED THE FORMULA (see the inactive ingredients). When I talked to the new company last year they had no clue and they kept reading the inactive ingredients. I had an old box of Nostrilla (original) in front of me, but the man I talked to over the phone kept insisting the inactive ingredients were the same.

My allergy background boils down to me being allergic to Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde Releaser so I always check the inactive ingredients because it is a hidden ingredient and goes by different names. Hope this helps.

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Re: Nf (# 85)

You say Tristan has the same active ingredient but you don't say whether it has the same active ingredient as the original Nostrilla or the new Nostrilla

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Re: Anointed to Prosper (# 80)

Thank you so much for this information, although troubling. My hair has started to fall out again and I think it's the Glycol. Sad!!

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Re: Nikkabella (# 79)

Hi. RiteAid had it for a long time, but now all of a sudden they don't. I know you can order it online from Walmart and Amazon. Good luck.

P.S. - because the new one makes my nose, eyes etc... go crazy, I take the bottle and split it into two bottles then I fill it with distilled water. Works great for me.

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Dristan has the same formula as nostrilla,work the same

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The old formula is still available at Amazon. I ordered a 7 pack and I too had been experiencing a nasty burning sensation and virtual ineffectiveness of the medicine during the past three to four months. I'm so glad Amazon still has a good stock of it in their supply. {affiliate link added}

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I been to every walgreens and cannot find it in wichita kansas does anybody know where i can find it?

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Yes it's annoying I noticed that too... Anybody else know where to buy it???

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