Naphazoline and pheniramine for ophthalmology

Naphazoline and pheniramine for ophthalmology

Naphazoline and pheniramine for ophthalmology

What is naphazoline and pheniramine for ophthalmology?

Pheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of the body's natural chemical histamine. Histamine can cause itchy or watery eyes.

Ophthalmic (eye) naphazoline and pheniramine are used to temporarily relieve mild eye redness or itching caused by ragweed, pollen, grass, or animal dander and dander.

Ophthalmic naphazoline and pheniramine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Ophthalmological side effects of naphazoline and pheniramine

If necessary, get emergency medical helpSigns of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; Swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Ophthalmic naphazoline and pheniramine can cause serious side effects. Stop using ophthalmic naphazoline and pheniramine and call your doctor immediately if you have:

• persistent or worsening eye redness;

• eye pain; or

• Changes in your vision.

Common side effects of naphazoline and pheniramine in ophthalmology may include:

• slight burning or stinging in the eye;

• dilated pupils, blurred vision; or

• Eyes are more sensitive to light.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings

Follow all instructions on the label and packaging of your medicine. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies and any medications you take.

Before you take this medicine

You should not use naphazoline and pheniramine for ophthalmology if you are allergic to naphazoline or pheniramine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:

• heart disease, high blood pressure;

• problems urinating; or

• Angle-closure glaucoma.

It is not known whether ophthalmic naphazoline and pheniramine will harm an unborn child.If you are pregnant, do not use this medicine without medical advice.

It is not known whether naphazoline and pheniramine ophthalmic pass into breast milk or whether they could harm a nursing infant.Do not use this medicine without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Naphazoline and pheniramine for ophthalmology should not be given to children under 6 years of age without medical advice.

How should I use naphazoline and pheniramine for ophthalmology?

Use exactly as directed on the label or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller quantities or for longer than recommended.

Using the medicine for too long or too often may worsen your symptoms and damage the blood vessels in your eyes.

Wash your hands before using the eye drops.

How to use the eye drops:

• Tilt your head back slightly and pull your lower eyelid down to create a small pocket. Hold the pipette over the eye with the tip pointing downwards. Look up and away from the pipette and squeeze out a drop.

• Close your eye and gently press your finger on the inner corner of your eye for about a minute to prevent the fluid from draining into your tear duct.

• Use only the recommended number of drops.

Do not touch the tip of the eyedropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated eyedropper can infect your eye and cause serious vision problems.

Do not use the eye drops if the liquid has changed color or contains particles. Call your pharmacist for a new medicine.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 3 days of treatment.

Store at room temperature, protected from moisture, heat and light. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Throw away the eye drops after the expiration date listed on the medicine label has expired.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Because ophthalmic naphazoline and pheniramine are used as needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of naphazoline and pheniramine is not expected to be dangerous for ophthalmology. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help hotline at 1-800-222-1222 if someone accidentally swallows the medication.

Keep this medicine out of the reach of children. Certain eye medications can cause serious medical problems in a young child who accidentally sucks on the eye drop bottle or swallows the medicine.

What should I avoid when using naphazoline and pheniramine in ophthalmology?

Do not use this medication while wearing contact lenses. Naphazoline and pheniramine ophthalmics may contain a preservative that may discolor soft contact lenses. After using naphazoline and pheniramine ophthalmic, wait at least 15 minutes before inserting your contact lenses.

What other drugs affect naphazoline and pheniramine ophthalmology?

Before using this medicine, consult a doctor or pharmacist if you also take other medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used together. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.

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Remember to keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the prescribed indication.