Naphazoline: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Naphazoline is a decongestant eye drop. It is used for red, irritated eyes and allergic eye redness. In Pakistan it is available as drops, made by 3 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Naphazoline works

Naphazoline is a sympathomimetic decongestant. It stimulates alpha receptors on the tiny blood vessels on the surface of the eye, making them narrow. With less blood flowing through them, the white of the eye looks less red and swelling and watering are reduced for a few hours.

What is Naphazoline used for?

• Red
• Irritated eyes
• Allergic eye redness

Naphazoline eye drops are used for short-term relief of red, irritated eyes caused by minor irritants such as dust, smoke, swimming pool water or tiredness, and for redness linked to allergic conjunctivitis. Some products combine it with an antihistamine for itchy allergic eyes. It eases redness but does not treat the underlying cause, so symptoms that persist need checking.

Side effects of Naphazoline

Used for a short time, Naphazoline seldom causes problems. Possible effects include:

• Brief stinging or burning
• Temporary blurred vision
• Enlarged pupils
• Rebound redness with frequent or prolonged use

Stop using it and see a doctor urgently if you have eye pain, a change in vision, redness that lasts more than three days, or a fast heartbeat or severe headache.

Precautions and warnings

• Do not use it for more than a few days at a time, as longer use can make redness come back worse.
• Do not use it if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, and check with a doctor first if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, an overactive thyroid or diabetes.
• It is not suitable for young children unless a doctor advises it, as absorbed or swallowed naphazoline can cause serious drowsiness and low body temperature.
• Remove soft contact lenses before use and avoid touching the dropper tip to the eye.
• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you take antidepressants, particularly MAOIs, as the combination can raise blood pressure.

Frequently asked questions about Naphazoline

What is the price of Naphazoline in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Naphazoline products currently in stock range from Rs 85 to Rs 299 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Curall-A Eye Drop 10ml at Rs 85. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Naphazoline are available in Pakistan?

Naphazoline is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Curine (Schazoo Laboratories Ltd), Eyclear (Remington Pharmaceuticals Industries) and Curall-a (Schazoo Laboratories Ltd).

Do I need a prescription for Naphazoline?

Naphazoline is generally available without a prescription. Read the leaflet before use and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are unsure, especially for children, during pregnancy, or if you take other medicines.

Are all Naphazoline brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Naphazoline in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Naphazoline brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 4 products containing Naphazoline from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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