Naphazoline
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Naphazoline nasal is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
Naphazoline nasal (for the nose) is for temporary relief of stuffy nose caused by hay fever , allergies, or the common cold .
Naphazoline nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Indications
Naphazoline nasal is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
Naphazoline nasal (for the nose) is for temporary relief of stuffy nose caused by hay fever , allergies, or the common cold .
Naphazoline nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Contraindications
You should not use naphazoline nasal if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take naphazoline nasal if you have other medical conditions, especially:
heart disease , high blood pressure ; diabetes ; a thyroid disorder; or urination problems caused by an enlarged prostate .
It is not known whether naphazoline nasal will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether naphazoline nasal passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 12 years old without medical advice.
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Naphazoline nasal may cause serious side effects. Stop using naphazoline nasal and call your doctor at once if you have:
ongoing or worsening nasal stuffiness; chest pain, fast or uneven heart rate; or severe headache , buzzing in your ears, anxiety , confusion, or feeling short of breath.
Common side effects of naphazoline nasal may include:
sneezing; or mild burning or stinging in your nose.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
High Risk Groups
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Adult Dosage
0.012 % (0.012 (0.012)) 4 hourly Ophthalmic — 1 - 2 drops. Not more than 3 to 4 days
0.09 % (0.09 (0.09)) 6 hourly Intra Nasal — 1-2 drops or spray in each nostril, not more than 3 to 5 days
Child Dosage
0.05 % (0.05 (0.05)) As recommended. Children aged 7 years & over —
Neonatal Dosage
( ) — Not recommended in this age group
Drug Interactions
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using naphazoline nasal if you are also using any other drugs, 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.
Storage
Eye Drops Store Below 40°C. Do not Freeze.
Available Brands in Pakistan
1 active brand listed alphabetically.
EFEMOLINE
ActiveNOVARTIS PHARMA (PAK) LTD
DML: EFEMOLINE
Eye Drops
3 additional records are present but flagged "Unverified / Legacy" and not listed.
