Naphazoline/Zinc Sulfate/Glycerin

DEA Class; OTC

Common Brand Names; Clear Eyes Cooling Comfort Itchy Eye Relief

  •  Decongestants, Ophthalmic

Naphazoline: May stimulate a-adrenergic receptors of the sympathetic nervous system; may produce mydriasis when applied to the conjunctiva, but this effect is usually minimal with the concentrations used as ocular decongestants

Zinc sulfate: Astringent

Glycerin: Lubricant

Temporary relief of ocular redness caused by irritation and relief of burning or irritation caused by dry eyes

Do not use with MAO inhibitors

Narrow angle glaucoma

Hypersensitivity

Stop use if vision changes, eye pain, condition worsens

Blurred vision

Mild transient stinging and/or irritation

Mydriasis

Increased or decreased intraocular pressure

Headache

Use with caution in patients with hypertension, cardiovascular abnormalities, diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism, infection, or injury

Rare reports of hypertension, cardiac irregularities, nervousness, nausea, dizziness, weakness, and sweating

Pregnancy Category: C

Lactation: not known if distributed in milk

Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs

Adults

1-2 gtt to affected eye q3-4hr up to QID PRN

Not to exceed 72 hours of use

Pediatric

1-2 gtt to affected eye q3-4hr up to QID PRN

Not to exceed 72 hours of use

Naphazoline/zinc sulfate/glycerin

ophthalmic solution

  • 0.012%/0.25%/0.25%

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