PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

• Naphazoline hydrochloride 0.025%
• Alpha-adrenergic vasoconstrictor (reduces eye redness)
• Pheniramine maleate 0.3%
• Antihistamine (reduces allergic itching)
• Preservative: Benzalkonium chloride
  
  

Indication / Use

Used for temporary relief of:

• Redness of the eyes
• Itching due to allergies
• Allergic conjunctivitis caused by:
• Pollen
• Dust
• Animal dander
• Grass exposure

Important: It is for short-term symptom relief only, not treatment of the underlying cause.

Direction of Use

• Instill 1–2 drops into affected eye(s)
• Up to 4 times daily
• Suitable for adults and children ≥ 6 years
• Remove contact lenses before use
• Avoid touching dropper tip
• Do not use continuously for long periods (usually only a few days)

Side Effects

Common:

• Mild burning or stinging
• Temporary blurred vision
• Dilated pupils (light sensitivity)
• Temporary irritation

Serious (less common):

• Eye pain
• Worsening redness or swelling
• Vision changes
• Allergic reaction (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty)

Warnings

• Do NOT use if allergic to ingredients
• Avoid in:
• Narrow-angle glaucoma
• Heart disease
• High blood pressure
• Urinary retention problems
• Overuse may cause rebound redness (eyes become more red after stopping)
• Do not use continuously beyond a few days without medical advice

Interactions

May interact or require caution with:

• MAO inhibitors (antidepressants)
• Other sympathomimetic drugs
• Blood pressure medications
• CNS stimulants or sedatives (systemic absorption possible in sensitive patients)

Caution

• Do not use for long-term “cosmetic whitening” of eyes
• Risk of rebound hyperaemia if overused
• May cause temporary pupil dilation → avoid driving if vision is affected
• Use carefully in:
• Elderly patients
• People with heart disease or hypertension
• Stop and seek medical advice if symptoms worsen after 2–3 days