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Redness Relief Original

Generic name: naphazoline ophthalmic [na-FAZ-o-leen-off-THE-mick]

Brand names: Clear Eyes, Clear Eyes + Redness Relief, Redness Relief Eye Drops, AK-Con, Albalon, Allersol, Naphcon
Class of drugs: ophthalmic decongestants and antihistamines

What is Redness Relief Original?

Naphazoline works as a vasoconstrictor. Redness is reduced by narrowing the swollen blood vessels.Redness relief eye drops are intended to temporarily relieve minor redness and discomfort in the eyes caused by minor irritations.Redness Relief eye drops may be used in other ways not mentioned in this medication guide.

Side effects of Redness Relief Original

Seek immediate medical care if you have any of these symptoms: difficulty breathing, swelling in your face or lips, or hives.

Redness relief eye drops can cause serious side effects. Redness Relief Eye Drops should be stopped immediately, and you should consult your doctor if:

  • Eye redness that persists or worsens
  • Eye pain
  • Changes in your vision
  • Chest pain is characterized by a fast or irregular heartbeat.
  • Feeling short of breath, having a severe headache, or buzzing in the ears

Redness Relief Eye drops can cause the following side effects:

  • Mild burning or stinging in the eyes;
  • Watery eyes, blurred vision,
  • Mild headache, dizziness, and nervousness.

There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. To report adverse effects, you can contact the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Similar/related drugs

Phenylephrine for ophthalmic use, brimonidine for ophthalmic use, oxymetazoline for ophthalmic use, fluorometholone for ophthalmic use, naphazoline for ophthalmic

Warnings

Redness Relief Drops are used to temporarily relieve minor redness and discomfort in the eyes caused by minor irritations.Redness Relief Eye drops should not be used if you suffer from narrow-angle glaucoma.Redness Relief Eye drops should be stopped immediately, and you should consult your doctor if your symptoms worsen or persist, such as persistent or increasing eye redness, pain in the eyes, changes in vision, dizziness or headache, buzzing or ringing ears, or shortness of breath.

Before you take this drug

Redness Relief Eye drops should not be used if the user is allergic to them or has narrow-angle eye glaucoma.

Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you are concerned about any medical condition or concern.

  • High blood pressure, heart disease
  • Diabetes;
  • A thyroid disorder,
  • An eye injury or infection.

FDA pregnancy class C There is no information on whether Redness Relief Eye Drops can harm a developing baby.Tell your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or if you already have a pregnancy.The safety of nursing babies is unknown. Inform your doctor if you're breastfeeding a child.

How to take Redness Relief Original?

Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use the recommended dose and do not exceed it.If you use the medication for too long or too frequently, it can worsen symptoms and damage the blood vessels in your eyes.Before using eye drops, wash your hands.

How to apply eye drops

  • Create a pocket by tilting your head back slightly and pulling your lower eyelid downward. The dropper tip should point downward.. Squeeze out a few drops by looking up and away.
  • Close your eyes and gently press the inside corner of your eye for approximately 1 minute to prevent the liquid from draining to your tear duct.
  • Only use the recommended number of drops.

Avoid touching the tip or placing it directly on your eye. If the dropper is contaminated, it can cause serious vision problems.If the liquid is discolored or contains particles, do not use it.Keep away from heat or moisture. Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. When not in use, keep the bottle tightly sealed.

What happens if I miss the dose?

Redness Relief Eye drops can be used as needed, and you do not need to follow a schedule. If you have a regular schedule, take the missed dose immediately after you remember. If your next scheduled dosage is approaching, skip the missed dose. You should not take extra medicine to compensate for a missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Overdoses of the ophthalmic naphazoline are not dangerous. Take the dose you missed immediately after remembering. Skip the missed dosage if your next dose is scheduled soon.Redness Relief Eye Drops should be kept out of the reach of children. Some eye drops can cause serious health problems if a child accidentally swallows or sucks the medicine.

What should be avoided?

You should never use this medication if you wear contact lenses. The Redness Relief eye drops may contain a chemical preservative that can discolor contact lenses. After using this medication, wait at least 15 minutes before inserting your contact lenses.

Interaction with other drug

If you also take any of these drugs, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it's safe to use Redness Relief Eye Drops.

  • An antidepressant--amitriptyline, clomipramine, desipramine, desvenlafaxine, doxepin, duloxetine, imipramine, maprotiline, milnacipran, nortriptyline, venlafaxine;
  • Ergot medicine—ergotamine, dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, methylergonovine;
  • An mao inhibitor--furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.

Redness Relief Eye drops may interact with other medications.Tell your doctor about all medications that you are taking. Included are prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Never start a new medicine without consulting your doctor.