A patient is using oxymetazoline (Afrin) to relieve nasal congestion. Which of the following conditions would contraindicate the use of this drug?
A) Nasal congestion
B) Cough
C) Hypertension
D) Skin rash
C
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Oxymetazoline is contraindicated in patients with severe hypertension or coronary artery disease because of its cardiac stimulating and vasoconstricting effects. Oxymetazoline is prescribed for nasal congestion. Oxymetazoline is not contraindicated in cough or skin rash.
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