Napcon Eye Drop
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Napcon Eye Drop is a prescription medicine used to treat allergic eye diseases. It provides temporary relief from redness and discomfort due to minor eye irritations and burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye.
Napcon Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration advised by your 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 the treatment even if you feel better.
Use of this medicine may cause a burning and stinging sensation on application. These effects are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or worsen, inform the doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse that area with water.
Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or 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 affect your ability to drive.
Uses of Napcon Eye Drop
Benefits of Napcon Eye Drop
In Allergic eye disease
Napcon Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms of allergic eye disease, such as redness, swelling, itching, and watering of the eyes. It works by blocking the action of a chemical that causes allergy in the eye. Use this medicine as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefits. If you see no improvement even after a week, consult the doctor.
Side effects of Napcon Eye Drop
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
Common side effects of Napcon
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Napcon Eye Drop
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.
How Napcon Eye Drop works
Napcon Eye Drop is a combination of naphazoline and pheniramine. Naphazoline is a decongestant that narrows the swollen blood vessels of the eye to relieve inflammation (redness and swelling). Pheniramine works as an antagonist to allergic symptoms resulting from inappropriate histamine release and reduces itching, edema, and redness in the affected eye.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Napcon Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Napcon Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Napcon Eye Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Napcon Eye Drop?
If you miss a dose of Napcon Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Napcon Eye Drop should usually be used about four times a day (in the morning and the evening).
- To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
- After applying the Napcon Eye Drop, close your eyes, and place one finger at the corner of your eye. Apply gentle pressure for 1 to 2 minutes before opening your eyes. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eyes.
- If you normally wear contact lenses, please wear your spectacles instead until your doctor advises you that it is suitable for you to wear lenses again.
- Napcon Eye Drop should usually be used about four times a day (in the morning and the evening).
- To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
- After applying the Napcon Eye Drop, close your eyes, and place one finger at the corner of your eye. Apply gentle pressure for 1 to 2 minutes before opening your eyes. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eyes.
- If you normally wear contact lenses, please wear your spectacles instead until your doctor advises you that it is suitable for you to wear lenses again.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Patient concerns
FAQs
How many times should I use Napcon Eye Drop?
Put 1 or 2 drops of Napcon Eye Drop in the affected eye(s) up to 4 times daily. In case of any doubt always consult your doctor. Do not give it to children without consulting a doctor.
What is the right way to use Napcon Eye Drop?
Before using the Napcon Eye Drop, wash your hands thoroughly. Shake the bottle and tilt your head back slightly. Pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye and squeeze a drop into this pocket. Close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes. Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems. Gently press your finger over the inside corner of your eye (over the eyelid) for about a minute. This helps prevent the drop from draining out of the eye. Repeat in your other eye if your doctor has told you to do this.
Is it fine to use other eye medicines along with $ the name?
This eye drop may be used along with other eye drops if prescribed by your doctor. However, maintain a 10-15 minutes interval between both medications.
How long should I keep my eyes shut after using the Napcon Eye Drop?
After using the eye drops you should close your eyes for at least 2-3 minutes so that the medicine does not run off and get absorbed in the eye.
Can I use Napcon Eye Drop with contact lenses?
No, you should remove your contact lenses before instilling the Napcon Eye Drop. You can re-insert the lenses 15 minutes after using the eye drop. Contact your doctor if there is any eye irritation that persists.
Does Napcon Eye Drop cause a burning sensation in the eyes?
Yes, when you instil the eye drops for the first time, it can make your eyes watery and can cause a slight burning sensation. If this happens, it will subside quickly. Inform your doctor if the discomfort continues for a longer period.
Is Napcon Eye Drop safe to use for a long time?
Napcon Eye Drop should not be used beyond the prescribed duration. Please talk to your doctor if you do not see any improvement in your symptoms. They may change the dose or probably prescribe a different medicine.
Should I keep the Napcon Eye Drop in the refrigerator?
You do not need to refrigerate $ the name after opening the bottle. However, store it in a cool place below 30℃. Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
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- Naphazoline hydrochloride and pheniramine maleate solution/drops [Drug Label Information]. Updated Feb. 20, 2023. [Accessed 10 Mar. 2023]. (online) Available from:
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