Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop

Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop belongs to the class of medication called ‘ophthalmic agents’ primarily Indicated for treating ocular congestion, discomfort, and inflammation of a non-infectious origin. Ocular congestion is a symptom caused by inflammation of the conjunctiva.

Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop contains Naphazoline, a vasoconstrictor that reduces congestion at the administration site by activating alpha-adrenergic receptors in arterioles (blood vessels). Thus, it reduces the symptoms of ocular congestion, discomfort, and inflammation (redness and swelling in the eye).

Use Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop as recommended by a health care professional. Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop is only for use in the eyes. In some cases, you may experience eye pain, irritation, blurred vision, and Mydriasis (dilation of the pupil of the eye). Most of these side effects of Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop should be avoided if you are allergic to any components in Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not use the Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop without consulting a doctor. Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop may temporarily blur your vision; therefore, wait until your vision is back to normal before using any machinery or driving. You are advised to remove contact lenses before using the Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 15 minutes between using Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop 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 Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop.

Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop belongs to the class of medications known as ophthalmic agents. Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop contains Naphazoline, a vasoconstrictor that reduces congestion at the administration site by activating alpha-adrenergic receptors in arterioles (blood vessels). Thus, it reduces the symptoms of ocular congestion, discomfort, and inflammation (redness and swelling in the eye).

• Eye pain
• Eye irritation
• Blurred vision
• Mydriasis (dilation of the pupil of the eye)

Do not use Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop if you are allergic to any components present in it. 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 Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop. Do not Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop without consulting the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop should be used for children only if advised by the doctor. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after use. You are advised to remove contact lenses before using the Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop. If your condition does not improve after using Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop for 2 to 3 days, or if irritation persists or increases, consult a physician. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 15 minutes between using Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop and other eye medicines.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop may interact with medications used to manage and treat depression (e.g. escitalopram, sertraline, fluoxetine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consumption of alcohol with Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Naphazen 0.1% Eye Drop may interact with various disease conditions, including narrow-angle glaucoma, ocular infection or ocular trauma, hypertension or cardiac disease, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and diabetes mellitus.

• ESCITALOPRAM
• SERTRALINE
• FLUOXETINE

• 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.

• 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.

Ocular congestion: Ocular congestion is a symptom caused by inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is the thin and transparent membrane covering the eye's white area and the eyelids' inner part. Discharge of eye fluids, redness, itchiness or a gritty feeling in one or both eyes, tearing and sensitivity to light are the most common symptoms of Ocular congestion.