Naphazoline

Naphazoline (in the hydrochloride form) is the common name for 2-(1-naphthylmethyl)-2-imidazoline hydrochloride. It is a sympathomimetic agent.

Naphazoline

Naphazoline; 835-31-4; 2-(naphthalen-1-ylmethyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole; Naphthizine; Antan

Clearine, E-Line, E-Norm, Efcorlin, I-Klean, Mezol, Mil, N-Cool, N-zolin, Napzol, Ncz, Nefacool, Niczole, Npbor, Ocucel, Ocucel-A, Ocudecon, Ocurest, Ovisil, Red Rid, Welcee

2-(naphthalen-1-ylmethyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole

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Instill one or two drops into the conjunctival sac(s) every three to four hours as needed.

Naphazoline 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

Mydriasis, increased redness, irritation, discomfort, blurring, punctate keratitis, lacrimation, increased intraocular pressure.
Dizziness, headache, nausea, sweating, nervousness, drowsiness, weakness, hypertension, cardiac irregularities, and hyperglycemia.

• Naphazoline may decrease effectiveness of Benzylpenicilloyl Polylysine as a diagnostic agent.
• Alfuzosin may decrease the vasoconstricting activities of Naphazoline.
• Amoxapine may decrease the antihypertensive activities of Naphazoline.

Hypersensitivity.

Store between 15°- 30°C (59°-86°F).

Molecular weight

210.2744

Molecular formula

C14H14N2

CAS number

835-31-4

Precautions

• For topical use only.