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Active ingredient: Naphazoline Nitrate
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Naphazoline Nitrate uses
Naphazoline Nitrate is a rapid acting sympathomimetic vasoconstrictor of occular artierioles. It acts to decrease congestion of the conjunctiva and is found in many over-the-counter eye drops.
Indication: Naphazoline Nitrate is primarily indicated in conditions like Corneal vascularity, Hyperaemia, Itching, Nasal congestion, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Sinusitis
Naphazoline Nitrate is a direct acting sympathomimetic adrenergic alpha-agonist used to induce systemic vasoconstriction, thereby decreasing nasal congestion and inducing constriction around the conjunctiva. The sympathomimetic action of Naphazoline Nitrate constricts the smaller arterioles of the nasal passages, producing a decongesting effect. Naphazoline Nitrate ophthalmic causes constriction of blood vessels in the eyes. It also decreases itching and irritation of the eyes. aphazoline constricts the vascular system of the conjunctiva. It is presumed that this effect is due to direct stimulation action of the drug upon the alpha adrenergic receptors in the arterioles of the conjunctiva resulting in decreased conjunctival congestion. Naphazoline Nitrate belongs to the imidazoline class of sympathomimetics.
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References
- "naphazoline". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "naphazoline". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0671... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "H231GF11BV: The UNique Ingredient Identifier (UNII) is an alphanumeric substance identifier from the joint FDA/USP Substance Registration System (SRS).". https://www.fda.gov/ForIndustry/Dat... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Frequently asked Questions
Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Naphazoline Nitrate?Depending on the reaction of the Naphazoline Nitrate after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Naphazoline Nitrate not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.
Is Naphazoline Nitrate addictive or habit forming?Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.
Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.
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sdrugs.com conducted a study on Naphazoline Nitrate, and the result of the survey is set out below. It is noteworthy that the product of the survey is based on the perception and impressions of the visitors of the website as well as the views of Naphazoline Nitrate consumers. We, as a result of this, advice that you do not base your therapeutic or medical decisions on this result, but rather consult your certified medical experts for their recommendations.Visitor reports
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Few medications can be taken 3 times in a day more than prescribed when the doctor's advice mentions the medicine can be taken according to frequency or severity of symptoms. Most times, be very careful and clear about the number of times you are taking the medication. The report of sdrugs.com website users about the frequency of taking the drug Naphazoline Nitrate is mentioned below.
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The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology