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Naphazoline - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Naphazoline

Generic Name : Naphazoline
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Naphazoline are provided here.

Pronunciation : na FAZ oh leen

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Naphazoline, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


ICD Code : Y55.5 Therapeutic Classification : Decongestants

Trade Names/Brand Names of Naphazoline

India :

International :


Privine

Why is Naphazoline Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a decongestant, prescribed for conjunctivitis with symptoms of redness (mainly due to vasodilation of the peripheral small blood vessels), swelling of the conjunctiva, itching and increased production of tears, relieving stuffy nose due to cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies associated with sinus inflammation.

When should Naphazoline not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Naphazoline?

Ophthalmic- Conjunctival decongestant: As 0.1% solution: Instill 1-2 drops 3-4 hourly as needed. Adult: 1-2 drops of 0.1% solution to the conjunctiva every 3-4 hour as needed.
Nasal- Nasal congestion and as adjunct for sinusitis- As 0.05-0.1% solution: Instill 1-2 drops/sprays 6 hourly.

How should Naphazoline be taken?

This medication comes as eye drops. Instill into the affected eye(s) twice a day, around 6 to 8 hours apart.
It also comes as nasal drops to instill into the nose as directed by your physician.

What are the warnings and precautions for Naphazoline?

•Remove contact lenses before applying this medication.

Caution should also be exercised in patients with history of chronic asthma, hypertension, heart failure, coronary artery disease, cerebral arteriosclerosis, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, local infection or injury, prostate enlargement , and in pregnant women.

What are the side effects of Naphazoline?

Eye- Blurred vision, increased eye pressure, irritation, increases tears, dilation of pupil, painful eyes.
Heart- Heart abnormalities, hypertension, reduced body temperature.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nervousness, discomfort.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea.
Respiratory- Transient stinging, nasal mucosa irritation, dryness, rebound congestion sneezing.
Miscellaneous- Excessive sweating weakness, redness.
Metabolic- Increase in blood glucose.

What are the other precautions for Naphazoline?

Avoid using adequately.

What are the storage conditions for Naphazoline?

Eye/Nsal Drops: Store it at room temperature (25�C).
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