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Naphazoline Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+benzalkonium Chloride
Naphazoline Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+benzalkonium Chloride
About Naphazoline Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+benzalkonium Chloride
Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride is used to treat allergic eye symptoms such as eye redness, itching, puffiness, swelling, and watery eyes. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. Eye allergy is when the eye becomes red and swollen, leading to inflammation, discomfort, and pain.
Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride contains Naphazoline (decongestant), Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine), Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (eye lubricant) and Benzalkonium chloride (preservative), which provide relief from redness, itching, and burning sensation in the eyes. Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride has antiseptic and anti-microbial properties.
Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride is only for use in the eyes. Do not swallow or inject Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride. Use Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride may sometimes cause a burning or stinging sensation in the eyes and blurred or cloudy vision. Most of these side effects of Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride should be avoided if you are allergic to any components in Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride. You are advised to remove contact lenses before using the Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride. Maintain a time gap of a minimum of 15 minutes between using Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride and other eye medicines. If you have narrow-angle glaucoma, ocular infection or ocular trauma, hypertension or cardiac disease, hyperthyroidism and diabetes mellitus, inform your doctor before taking Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride.
Uses of Naphazoline Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+benzalkonium Chloride
Medicinal Benefits
Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride consists of Naphazoline, Chlorpheniramine, Hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose and Benzalkonium chloride. Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride helps relieve allergy symptoms such as eye redness, itching, puffiness, swelling, and watery eyes. It also soothes the eyes and relieves the burning sensation. It moisturizes your eyes and keeps them lubricated. This reduces dryness and discomfort. Use Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride as directed by your doctor. If you don't see any improvement after a week, see your doctor. Aside from using eye drops, it is best to wash your eyes with lukewarm water to alleviate discomfort.
Directions for Use
- Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Tilt the head back, pull down the lower eyelid, and squeeze the prescribed number of drops.
- Do not touch the container tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride and cause eye infections.
Storage
Side Effects of Naphazoline Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+benzalkonium Chloride
- Burning or stinging sensation in the eyes
- Blurry or cloudy vision
Drug Warnings
Do not use Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride if you are allergic to any components present in it. Do not Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride without consulting the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride should be used for children only if advised by the doctor. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after use. You are advised to remove contact lenses before using the Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride. If your condition does not improve after using Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride for 2 to 3 days, or if irritation persists or increases, consult a physician. Seek medical advice if you have vision issues, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure in the eye), eye damage, or eye surgery before using the Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride may interact with anti-allergic drugs (e.g. diphenhydramine, cetirizine), antidepressants (e.g. escitalopram, sertraline, fluoxetine), antianxiety drugs (e.g. alprazolam), anti-asthma drugs (e.g. salmeterol), and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (e.g. isocarboxazid, phenelzine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Limiting or cutting down the consumption of alcoholic beverages is advised.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride may interact with various disease conditions, including narrow-angle glaucoma, ocular infection or trauma, hypertension or cardiac disease, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and diabetes mellitus.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not known whether alcohol can be consumed while using Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
cautionThe safety of Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, please consult your doctor; your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing this medicine.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult the doctor if you are breastfeeding. A decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or the medicine, considering the importance of the treatment to the mother.
Driving
cautionBenzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride may cause temporary blurred vision. Therefore, avoid driving until your vision is clear after taking Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride.
Liver
consult your doctorLimited information is available. If you have liver problems, consult your doctor before using Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride.
Kidney
cautionCaution is to be advised in patients with severely impaired kidney function. So, inform your doctor if you have kidney problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride.
Children
consult your doctorLimited information regarding using Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride in children is available, so please consult a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Always wash your hands before applying contact lenses.
- To prevent digital strain, look away every 20 minutes for 20 seconds at something 20 feet away.
- Reduce screen time. Avoid staring at digital screens for a long time.
- Avoid touching your eyes with dirty hands as it might cause infection.
- It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc.
- Use only scent-free detergents and soaps.
- Install an air purifier at home.
- Regularly vacuum and dust.
- Limit the carpets, curtains, soft toys and soft furnishings at home.
- Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.
Special Advise
- Regular eye check-ups are advised before and during the treatment if you have eye problems.
- Protect your eyes from bright light, especially when pupils are dilated.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Eye Allergy: An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. While others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. Eye allergy is when the eye becomes red and swollen, leading to inflammation, discomfort, and pain.
FAQs
Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride is used to treat Allergic eye conditions.
Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride is a combination of four drugs, namely: Naphazoline, Chlorpheniramine, Hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose and Benzalkonium chloride. Naphazoline belongs to the class of decongestants that works by narrowing the eye's swollen blood vessels to reduce inflammation (redness and swelling in the eye). Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose forms a lubricating, transparent, moistening film on the cornea (eye surface). Thereby, it provides a soothing effect and relieves irritation and dryness caused by decreased tear flow. Benzalkonium Chloride has antiseptic, disinfectant and antimicrobial properties. Altogether, Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride helps relieve symptoms of allergies such as eye redness, itching, puffiness, swelling, and watery eyes.
You must maintain a minimum of a 5-minute time gap between using Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride and other eye drops. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride.
You are not recommended to wear contact lenses while using Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride as it contains benzalkonium chloride, a preservative that changes the colour of the contact lens as a soft contact lens may absorb it. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before applying Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride and reinsert after 15 minutes of using Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride.
Yes, Benzalkonium Chloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose+naphazoline Hydrochloride may cause temporary blurred vision. Therefore, you should wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating heavy machinery.
