Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Menthol + Naphazoline + Phenylephrine

Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Menthol + Naphazoline + Phenylephrine is a prescription medicine used to treat allergic diseases of the eye. It relieves redness and swelling of the eye and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort.

Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Menthol + Naphazoline + Phenylephrine is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Use of this medicine may cause burning sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.
Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

• Treatment of Allergic eye disease

Treatment of Allergic eye disease
Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Menthol + Naphazoline + Phenylephrine helps relieve symptoms of allergic eye disease such as redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes. It also gives a soothing effect and reduces irritation. You can use Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Menthol + Naphazoline + Phenylephrine 2-3 times a day or as prescribed by the doctor. If you see no improvement even after a week, consult your doctor. Apart from using eye drops, it is advisable to wash your eyes with luke warm water to reduce discomfort.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

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• Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Menthol + Naphazoline + Phenylephrine is a combination of four medicines: Phenylephrine, Naphazoline, Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Menthol which relieve eye itching/discomfort caused by allergies. Phenylephrine and Naphazoline are decongestants. They work by narrowing blood vessels of the eye to relieve inflammation (redness and swelling). Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which blocks the action of certain chemical messengers responsible for red, itchy, teary eyes. Menthol is an organic compound which produces a cold sensation and relieves eye irritation.

• Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Menthol + Naphazoline + Phenylephrine is prescribed for the treatment of allergic eye disease.
• Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Menthol + Naphazoline + Phenylephrine should usually be used twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
• To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
• Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication. This will prevent the medication from draining out.
• Do not wear contact lens until your symptoms are completely gone.

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