Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose
About Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose
Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is used to treat allergic eye conditions. It helps treat swelling and redness of the eye and temporarily relieve discomfort and burning in the eyes. An allergy is the immune system's 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.
Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose contains two medicines: naphazoline hydrochloride and sodium carboxymethylcellulose. Naphazoline hydrochloride is a decongestant that narrows the eye's blood vessels to reduce inflammation (redness and swelling). Sodium carboxymethylcellulose is a lubricating agent, similar to natural tears. It temporarily relieves discomfort and burning caused by dry eyes.
Use Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience redness, stinging, widened pupils, minor burning, irritation, and blurred vision. Most of these side effects of Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, please consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen.
Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is for external use only. Do not self-medicate or suggest your medicine to someone else. If you wear or are wearing contact lenses, remove them before using Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose, and you can put them back 10 minutes after using Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, allergic to this medicine, or taking any other medication. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after using this medicine, as it may cause blurred vision and may affect your ability to drive.
Uses of Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose
• Treatment of Allergic eyes: Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is used for the treatment of allergic eye disease.
• Relief from irritation: Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is commonly used for temporary relief from minor eye irritations caused by dust, wind, sun exposure, or allergies.
• Lubrication of eyes: Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose helps moisturize the eyes, providing relief from dryness and discomfort.
Medicinal Benefits
Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is a combination ophthalmic medication primarily used to treat allergic diseases of the eye. It helps to treat swelling, redness of the eye, and temporary relief from the eye's discomfort and burning. Naphazoline hydrochloride is a decongestant that works by narrowing the eye's blood vessels to reduce inflammation. Sodium carboxymethylcellulose is a lubricating agent, similar to natural tears. It provides temporary relief of discomfort and burning due to dryness of the eye.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose
- Eye irritation
- Redness
- Stinging
- Widening pupils
- Minor burning
- Blurred vision
Drug Warnings
Do not use Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, especially eye medication and products. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, as Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose contains naphazoline, which comes under pregnancy category C, and its safety in pregnancy is unknown. Avoid consumption of alcohol, as it can make you more dizzy or drowsy. So, Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose should only be used in breastfeeding women if prescribed by a doctor. If you wear contact lenses or are wearing them, remove them before using Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose, and you can put them back 10 minutes after using Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose. Wash your hands properly before using Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose to avoid any infection. If you are using two eye medications, never put them together; wait for at least 5 minutes and then use the second one.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose may interact with migraine medicines (ergotamine, dihydroergotamine), antidepressant medication (doxepin), and MAO inhibitors (selegiline, furazolidone, and isocarboxazid).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol consumption with Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose as it may cause increased drowsiness, dizziness, and lack of concentration.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have glaucoma, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), kidney or liver problems, heart diseases, or diabetes, inform your doctor before using Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consumption of alcohol, as it can make you more dizzy or drowsy.
Pregnancy
cautionNaphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose contains naphazoline, which is a pregnancy category C. It is unknown whether Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose will harm an unborn baby. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant before using this medication.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorIt is unknown whether Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose passes into breast milk or affects a nursing baby. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
cautionNaphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is known to cause blurry vision; therefore, do not drive a car or operate any machinery that requires concentration.
Liver
cautionNaphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to potential systemic absorption. Please consult the doctor before using Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose.
Kidney
cautionNaphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to potential systemic absorption. Please consult the doctor before using Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose.
Children
unsafeNaphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is not recommended for children below 12 years of age, as they are more sensitive to its effects. Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Use a cold compress to reduce eye swelling and irritation.
- Avoid rubbing your eyes as it may worsen irritation and spread allergens.
- Maintain hygiene by washing hands and face regularly to remove allergens like dust and pollen.
- Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water or fluids to keep your eyes moist and reduce irritation.
- Increase anti-inflammatory foods in your diet by eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids like salmon, flaxseeds, and walnuts.
- Limit wearing the contact lens as allergens can accumulate on lenses; consider switching to glasses during allergy season.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Eye allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements that are typically not harmful to the body. These foreign elements are known as allergens. Allergic conditions vary from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. In contrast, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. Eye allergy occurs when the eye becomes red and swollen, leading to inflammation, discomfort, and pain.
FAQs
Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is used to treat allergic diseases of the eye. It helps to treat swelling and redness and provides temporary relief from discomfort and burning.
Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose contains two medicines, namely naphazoline hydrochloride and sodium carboxymethylcellulose. Naphazoline hydrochloride is a decongestant that works by narrowing the eye's blood vessels to reduce inflammation (redness and swelling in the eye). Sodium carboxymethylcellulose is a lubricating agent the same as natural tears. It provides temporary relief of discomfort and burning due to dryness of the eye.
Yes, the use of Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose can cause blurry vision for the short term. Therefore, please do not drive or operate heavy machinery that requires concentration to avoid any mishaps.
No, you should not use Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose if you are wearing contact lenses. If you wear contact lenses or are wearing them, remove them before using Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose, and you can put them back 10 minutes after using Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose.
No, Naphazoline Hydrochloride+sodium Carboxymethylcellulose should not be used simultaneously with other eye medications. At least, a gap of 5 minutes should be there between using two eye medications.
