Naphazoline + Phenylephrine Benefits & Uses

Naphazoline + Phenylephrine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Naphazoline + Phenylephrine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Naphazoline + Phenylephrine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Naphazoline + Phenylephrine is used -

Severe

Increased Heart Rate

Moderate

Increased blood pressure

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Restlessness
Tremor

Common

Enlarged (dilated) pupils
Headache
Dizziness
Increased Intraocular Pressure
Blurred vision
Eye Redness
Eye irritation

Naphazoline + Phenylephrine Related Warnings

Is the use of Naphazoline + Phenylephrine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Naphazoline + Phenylephrine. It is best to stop taking Naphazoline + Phenylephrine immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Naphazoline + Phenylephrine safe during breastfeeding?

Naphazoline + Phenylephrine may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Naphazoline + Phenylephrine on the Kidneys?

Naphazoline + Phenylephrine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Naphazoline + Phenylephrine on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Naphazoline + Phenylephrine on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Naphazoline + Phenylephrine on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Naphazoline + Phenylephrine on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Naphazoline + Phenylephrine with Other Drugs

Naphazoline + Phenylephrine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Albuterol

Albuterol Tablet

Salbutamol

Formoterol

Salmeterol,Fluticasone

Hyoscyamine

Naphazoline + Phenylephrine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Naphazoline + Phenylephrine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Angina
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Naphazoline + Phenylephrine

Is this Naphazoline + Phenylephrine habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Naphazoline + Phenylephrine.

Naphazoline + Phenylephrine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Naphazoline + Phenylephrine

Taking Naphazoline + Phenylephrine with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Naphazoline + Phenylephrine

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Naphazoline + Phenylephrine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.