Information about Tetryzoline

Tetryzoline Uses

Tetryzoline is used in the treatment of allergic eye disease.

How Tetryzoline works

Tetryzoline belongs to a class of drugs known as sympathomimetic amines. It works by shrinking swollen blood vessels in the eye, thereby reducing redness and irritation.

Common side effects of Tetryzoline

Foreign body sensation in eyes, Stinging in the eyes, Eye itching, Allergic reaction in eye, Dryness in mouth, Dermatitis
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Expert advice for Tetryzoline

  • Tetryzoline helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
  • For best results, put one drop 2-3 times daily in the affected eye(s).
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
  • Remove contact lenses before using Tetryzoline and allow at least 15 minutes before re-inserting them.
  • Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
  • Tetryzoline helps relieve red, itchy and watery eyes caused due to allergic eye diseases.
  • Put 1 to 2 drops twice or thrice daily in each eye.
  • If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
  • Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
  • Stop using Tetryzoline and inform your doctor if you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye 
  • Inform your doctor if your condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hrs.
  • Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
  • It may cause temporary burning or itching sensation in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
  • Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Frequently asked questions for Tetryzoline

Tetryzoline

Q. How does Tetryzoline work?

Tetryzoline works by shrinking swollen blood vessels in the eye, thereby reducing redness and irritation

Q. Is Tetryzoline safe?

Tetryzoline is is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

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