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Common name
Nozeylin (naphazoline and chlorpheniramine)
Synonyms: Nozeylin
Description
Nozeylin is a combined vasoconstrictive and antihistaminic agent for topical application in ophthalmology and ENT-practice. Nozeylin contains two active ingredients Naphazoline hydrochloride. Naphazoline works by constricting the blood vessels in the eye.
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Active Ingredients:
Naphazoline and chlorpheniramine
Therapeutic actions:
Nozeylin contains two active ingredients Naphazoline hydrochloride Chloropheniramine maleate. Naphazoline hydrochloride is a type of medication known as sympathomimetic. Naphazoline works by constricting the blood vessels in the eye. Naphazoline acts on alpha-receptors in the arterioles to narrow blood vessels, resulting in decreased congestion. As a result, swelling and redness is reduced. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine substance. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in human organism.
What is it used for?:
(Indications:)
Nozeylin is used to treat:
• rhinitis (acute, allergic)
• sinusitis
• nasal hemorrhage
• hay fever
• conjunctivitis
• asthenopic disorders
• spring conjunctivitis
Contraindications and cautions:
You should not use Nozeylin in:
• high blood pressure;
• fast heart beat;
• thyroid problems;
• atherosclerosis;
• angle-closure glaucoma;
• in children under 12 years old
Talk with your health care provider prior to taking this medication
• if you are pregnant
• if you are breastfeeding Warning!
• Avoid prolonged use of Nozeylin
• Do not take Nozeylin in case of chronic rhinitis.
• In case of long use of this medication tachyphylaxis may occur
• Do not drive or operate any machinery while you are taking this medicine.
• Do not wear contact lenses while you are taking Nozeylin.
Side effects:
There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Nozeylin will experience it or any other.
• mydriasis, lacrimation, intraocular pressure increase, irritation, discomfort, burning, in case of long use nose mucous membrane edema, atrophic rhinitis.
• dizziness, headache, nausea, weakness, sleepiness, irritation, arterial hypertension, fast heart beat.
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with Nozeylin, please read the information provided with Nozeylin or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions:
It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Nozeylin. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Especially pay attention to the following drugs:
• a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine (Nardil)
• a beta-blocker such as propranolol (Inderal), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), or labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate).
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