NAPHCON-A Price

Overview

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This medicine contains an important and useful components, as it consists of
Naphazoline HCl, Pheniramine maleateis available in the market in concentration

Name

Pheniramine Maleate + Naphazoline HCl Eye prep

Precaution

Glaucoma, hypertension, CV abnormalities, DM, hyperthyroidism, infection, or injury. Pregnancy and lactation. Avoid in infants and young children <6 yr. Rebound congestion may occur with prolonged use or overuse. Patient to seek medical advice if there is ocular pain, vision changes, worsening of redness or irritation of the eye or symptoms lasts >72 hr. Remove contact lens before use. Lactation: Unknown whether distributed in breast milk, weigh benefits against risks

Indication

Itchy, Red eyes

Contra indication

Hypersensitivity, Angle closure glaucoma.

Side Effect

Blurring of vision, mild stinging and/or irritation, mydriasis and increased or decreased intraocular pressure. Ocular erythema. When used in high doses in elderly, naphazoline may liberate pigment granules from the iris.

Pregnancy Category ID

3

Mode of Action

Naphazoline, an imidazoline derivative is a sympathomimetic with alpha-adrenergic activity. It produces vasoconstriction. When applied topically to mucous membranes, it reduces swelling and congestion. It is often used in combination with pheniramine, an alkylamine derivative antihistamine, in ophthalmic preparations.

Interaction

Increased pressor effects with maprotiline or TCA. Possibility of severe hypertensive reaction with MAOI.

Pregnancy Category Note

Information not available

Adult Dose

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration