Important tips about naphazoline ophthalmic
Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.
Apply light pressure to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) after each drop to prevent the fluid from draining down your tear duct.
Do not use naphazoline ophthalmic continuously for longer than 48 to 72 hours without consulting your doctor. Chronic use of this medication may damage the blood vessels (veins and arteries) in your eyes.
Do not use naphazoline ophthalmic if you have glaucoma, except under the direction of your doctor.
About naphazoline ophthalmic
Naphazoline ophthalmic causes decongestion in the eye by constricting blood vessels in the eye. It also enlarges the pupil, and it reduces the amount of fluid in the eye in two ways: It reduces the production of fluid inside the eye, and it increases the amount of fluid that drains from the eye.
Naphazoline ophthalmic is used to relieve redness, burning, irritation, and dryness of the eye caused by wind, sun, and other minor irritants.
Naphazoline ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Contraindications of naphazoline ophthalmic
Do not use naphazoline ophthalmic if you have glaucoma, except under the supervision of your doctor.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you
have any type of heart condition, including high blood pressure;
take any medicines to treat a heart condition;
have asthma;
have diabetes; or
have thyroid problems.
You may not be able to use naphazoline ophthalmic, or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
Naphazoline ophthalmic contains a preservative (benzalkonium chloride), so do not wear soft contact lenses when applying this medication. Naphazoline ophthalmic may discolor contact lenses.
Naphazoline ophthalmic is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether naphazoline ophthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether naphazoline passes into breast milk. Do not use naphazoline ophthalmic without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Administration of naphazoline ophthalmic
Use naphazoline eye drops exactly as directed by your doctor, or follow the directions that accompany the package. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse to explain them to you.
Wash your hands before and after using your eye drops.
To apply the eye drops
Tilt your head back slightly and pull down on your lower eyelid. Position the dropper above your eye. Look up and away from the dropper. Squeeze out a drop and close your eye. Apply gentle pressure to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) for about 1 minute to prevent the liquid from draining down your tear duct. If you are using more than one drop in the same eye or drops in both eyes, repeat the process with about 5 minutes between drops.
Naphazoline ophthalmic can be used up to four times a day--every 3 to 4 hours. Do not use naphazoline ophthalmic more often or over a longer period than is recommended. Overuse can cause increased redness and irritation in the eye and can even lead to permanent damage.
Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.
Do not use any eye drop that is discolored or has particles in it.
Store naphazoline ophthalmic at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle properly capped.
In case of missing a dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and apply the next one as directed. Do not use a double dose of this medication.
In case of overdosage
An overdose of this medication is unlikely to occur. If you do suspect an overdose, wash the eye with water and call an emergency room or poison control center near you. If the drops have been ingested (taken by mouth), drink plenty of fluid and call an emergency center for advice.
Avoid the following while using naphazoline ophthalmic
Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.
Naphazoline ophthalmic contains a preservative (benzalkonium chloride), so do not wear soft contact lenses when applying this medication. Soft contact lenses may become discolored.
Do not use naphazoline ophthalmic continuously for longer than 48 to 72 hours without consulting your doctor. Chronic use of this medication may damage the blood vessels (veins and arteries) in your eyes.
Side effects of naphazoline ophthalmic
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop using naphazoline ophthalmic and seek emergency medical attention:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, face, or tongue; or hives);
an irregular or fast heart rate; or
high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, or flushed skin).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use naphazoline ophthalmic and talk to your doctor if you experience
burning, stinging, pain, or increased redness of the eye;
tearing or blurred vision;
headache;
tremor;
nausea;
sweating;
nervousness;
dizziness; or
drowsiness.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Other drugs that will affect naphazoline ophthalmic
Avoid other eye medications unless they are approved by your doctor.
Although drug interactions between naphazoline ophthalmic and drugs taken by mouth are not expected, they can occur. Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine (Nardil); or
a beta-blocker such as propranolol (Inderal), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), or labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate).
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with naphazoline ophthalmic. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
Need more information?
Your pharmacist has additional information about naphazoline ophthalmic written for health professionals that you may read.
Prescription details
Naphazoline ophthalmic is available over the counter and with a prescription under several brand and generic names in four different strengths. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.
Vasoclear A
Naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic
Pronunciation:
na FAZ oh leen and zink
Brand:
Clear Eyes ACR, VasoClear A
Important tips about naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic
Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.
Apply light pressure to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) after each drop to prevent the fluid from draining down your tear duct.
Do not use naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic continuously for longer than 48 to 72 hours without consulting your doctor. Chronic use of this medication may damage the blood vessels (veins and arteries) in your eyes.
Do not use naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic if you have glaucoma, except under the direction of your doctor. About naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic
Naphazoline ophthalmic causes decongestion of the eye by constricting blood vessels in the eye. It also enlarges the pupil, and it reduces the amount of fluid in the eye in two ways: It reduces the production of fluid inside the eye, and it increases the amount of fluid that drains from the eye.
Zinc is used as an astringent to gently clear proteins and mucous from the outer surface of the eye.
Naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic is used to relieve redness, burning, irritation, and dryness of the eye caused by wind, sun, smoke, smog, and other minor irritants.
Naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Contraindications of naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic
Do not use naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic if you have glaucoma, except under the supervision of your doctor.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you:
have any type of heart condition, including high blood pressure;
take any medicines to treat a heart condition;
have asthma;
have diabetes; or
have thyroid problems.
You may not be able to use naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic, or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
This product contains a preservative (benzalkonium chloride), so do not wear soft contact lenses when applying naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic. Naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic may cause contact lenses to become discolored.
Naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic passes into breast milk. Do not use naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Administration of naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic
Use naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic eye drops exactly as directed by your doctor, or follow the directions that accompany the package. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse to explain them to you.
Wash your hands before and after using your eye drops. To apply the eye drops
Tilt your head back slightly and pull down on your lower eyelid. Position the dropper above your eye. Look up and away from the dropper. Squeeze out a drop and close your eye. Apply gentle pressure to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) for about 1 minute to prevent the liquid from draining down your tear duct. If you are using more than one drop in the same eye or drops in both eyes, repeat the process with about 5 minutes between drops.
Naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic can be used up to four times a day. Do not use naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic more often or over a longer period than is recommended. Overuse can cause increased redness and irritation in the eye and can even lead to permanent damage.
Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.
Do not use any eye drop that is discolored or has particles in it.
Store naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle properly capped. In case of missing a dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and apply the next one as directed. Do not use a double dose of this medication. In case of overdosage
An overdose of this medication is unlikely to occur. If you do suspect an overdose, wash the eye with water and call an emergency room or poison control center near you. If the drops have been ingested (taken by mouth), drink plenty of fluid and call an emergency center for advice.
Avoid the following while using naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic
Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.
This product contains a preservative (benzalkonium chloride), so do not wear soft contact lenses when applying naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic. Soft contact lenses may become discolored.
Do not use naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic continuously for longer than 48 to 72 hours without consulting your doctor. Chronic use of this medication may damage the blood vessels (veins and arteries) in your eyes. Side effects of naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop using naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic and seek emergency medical attention:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, face, or tongue; or hives);
an irregular or fast heart rate; or
high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, or flushed skin).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic and talk to your doctor when it is convenient if you experience
burning, stinging, pain, or increased redness of the eye;
tearing or blurred vision;
headache;
tremor;
nausea;
sweating;
nervousness;
dizziness; or
drowsiness.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. Other drugs that will affect naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic
Avoid other eye medications unless they are approved by your doctor.
Although drug interactions between naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic and drugs taken by mouth are not expected, they can occur. Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan),tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine (Nardil); or
a beta-blocker such as propranolol (Inderal), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), or labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate).
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Need more information?
Your pharmacist has additional information about naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic written for health professionals that you may read.
Prescription details
Naphazoline and zinc ophthalmic is available over the counter under the brand names Clear Eyes ACF and Vasoclear A in a 0.25% naphazoline strength. Other brand or generic formulations of this medication may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is unfamiliar to you.
Zincfrin
Phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic
Pronunciation:
fen ill EFF rin and zink
Brand:
Zincfrin
Important tips about phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic
Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.
Apply light pressure to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) after each drop to prevent the fluid from draining down your tear duct.
Do not use phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic continuously for longer than 48 to 72 hours without consulting your doctor. Chronic use of this medication may damage the blood vessels (veins and arteries) in your eyes.
Do not use phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic if you have glaucoma, except under the direction of your doctor.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic may cause blurred vision. If you experience blurred vision, avoid these activities. About phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic
Phenylephrine ophthalmic causes decongestion in the eye by constricting blood vessels in the eye. It also enlarges the pupil, and it reduces the amount of fluid in the eye in two ways: It reduces the production of fluid inside the eye, and it increases the amount of fluid that drains from the eye.
Zinc is used as an astringent to gently clear proteins and mucous from the outer surface of the eye.
Phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic is used to relieve redness, burning, irritation, and dryness of the eye caused by wind, sun, smoke, smog, and other minor irritants.
Phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Contraindications of phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic
Do not use phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic if you have glaucoma, except under the supervision of your doctor.
Do not use phenylephrine ophthalmic after eye surgery, if you have an eye infection, if you have an eye injury, or if you have a problem with the normal tearing of your eyes without the approval and direction of your doctor. Using phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic under these circumstances could lead to absorption of the drug into your body, and the side effects could affect your heart.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you
have any type of heart condition, including high blood pressure;
take any medicines to treat a heart condition;
have asthma;
have diabetes; or
have thyroid problems.
You may not be able to use phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic, or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
Phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic contains a preservative (benzalkonium chloride), so do not wear soft contact lenses when applying this medication. Phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic may discolor contact lenses.
Phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether phenylephrine and zinc pass into breast milk. Do not use phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Administration of phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic
Use phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic eyedrops exactly as directed by your doctor, or follow the directions that accompany the package. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse to explain them to you.
Wash your hands before and after using your eyedrops. To apply the eyedrops
Tilt your head back slightly and pull down on your lower eyelid. Position the dropper above your eye. Look up and away from the dropper. Squeeze out a drop and close your eye. Apply gentle pressure to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) for about 1 minute to prevent the liquid from draining down your tear duct. If you are using more than one drop in the same eye or drops in both eyes, repeat the process with about 5 minutes between drops.
Do not use phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic more often than is recommended. Overuse can cause increased redness and irritation in the eye and can even lead to permanent damage.
Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.
Do not use any eyedrop that is discolored or has particles in it.
Store phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle properly capped. In case of missing a dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and apply the next one as directed. Do not use a double dose of this medication. In case of overdosage
An overdose of this medication is unlikely to occur. If you do suspect an overdose, wash the eye with water and call an emergency room or poison control center near you. If the drops have been ingested (taken by mouth), drink plenty of fluid and call an emergency center for advice.
Avoid the following while using phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic
Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic may cause blurred vision. If you experience blurred vision, avoid these activities.
Phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic contains a preservative (benzalkonium chloride), so do not wear soft contact lenses when applying this medication. Soft contact lenses may become discolored.
Do not use phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic continuously for longer than 48 to 72 hours without consulting your doctor. Chronic use of this medication may damage the blood vessels (veins and arteries) in your eyes.
Side effects of phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop using phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic and seek emergency medical attention:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
an irregular or fast heart rate; or
high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, or flushed skin).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic and talk to your doctor if you experience
burning, stinging, pain, or increased redness of the eye;
tearing or blurred vision;
headache;
tremor;
nausea;
sweating;
nervousness; or
dizziness; or
drowsiness.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. Other drugs that will affect phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic
Avoid other eye medications unless they are approved by your doctor.
Although drug interactions between phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic and drugs taken by mouth are not expected, they can occur. Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine (Nardil); or
a beta-blocker such as propranolol (Inderal), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), or labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate).
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Need more information?
Your pharmacist has additional information about phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic written for health professionals that you may read. Prescription details
Phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic is available over the counter under the brand name Zincfrin in a 0.12% phenylephrine strength. Other brand or generic formulations of phenylephrine and zinc ophthalmic may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.
