OCUREST EYE DPS

Overview

OCUREST EYE DPS is a Schedule H drug.

OCUREST EYE DPS is composed of: NAPHAZOLINE (0.05 %), PHENYLEPHRINE (0.12 %)

Naphazoline is a vasoconstrictor. It works by narrowing swollen blood vessels in the eyes to reduce eye redness.Naphazoline ophthalmic (for the eye) is for temporary relief of minor eye redness or discomfort caused by minor irritants.


Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Usage

NAPHAZOLINE is generally used to treat: Conjunctivitis, Rhinitis, Sinusitis
NAPHAZOLINE can address symptoms like: Eyes Eye Irritation, Eyes Redness, Eyes Discomfort, Eyes Pain

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for OCUREST EYE DPS and its Constituents

• You should not use naphazoline ophthalmic if you have narrow-angle glaucoma.
• You should not use naphazoline ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.
• Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Wash your hands before using the eye drops.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.
• Do not use the eye drops if the liquid has changed colors or has particles in it.
• Do not use this medication while wearing contact lenses.
• Naphazoline ophthalmic may contain a preservative that can discolor soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using this medicine before putting in your contact lenses.Should not be given to patients with heart disease, diabetes, depression, disorders related to thyroid glands.
• Should not be given to patients with high blood pressure and taking medication for the same.
• Do not drive until you know how this medication affects you.
  

Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for longer duration, it may cause rebound congestion in prolonged or excessive use of nasal or eye drops. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe increase in thyroid hormone, severe heart disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

NAPHAZOLINE over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Head Headache, Body Excessive Sweating, Nervousness, Weakness (generalized)

Common Side-Effects

NAPHAZOLINE : Eyes Burn, Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Watery Eyes, Head Headache, Dizziness, Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils
PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Serious Side-Effects

NAPHAZOLINE : Anxiety, Hypertension, Eyes Change In Vision, Chest Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Confusion, Shortness Of Breath

Disease Interactions

PHENYLEPHRINE can interfere with: Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Pheochromocytoma, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Diabetes Mellitus, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

NAPHAZOLINE is categorized as: OPHTHALMIC ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:

• DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
• VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for OCUREST EYE DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

I BORIC 0.05%/0.12% EYE DPS	INR 58 for 10 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %
MOLIKUL 0.05%/0.12% EYE DPS	INR 14.93 for 10 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %
OCUREST EYE DPS	INR 60.47 for 10 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %
RED RID 0.05%/0.12% EYE DPS	INR 33.5 for 10 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %
SUNKUL 0.05%/0.12% EYE DPS	INR 28.65 for 10 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ANDRE I KUL EYE DPS	INR 48 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CAMPHOR 0.01 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %W/V
EVKOOL EYE DPS	INR 60 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CAMPHOR 0.01 %W/V, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.1 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %W/V
FRINZY PLUS DPS	INR 66.5 for 10 ML DROP	CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE , NAPHAZOLINE , PHENYLEPHRINE
I CLEAR EYE DPS	INR 54.83 for 10 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE , NAPHAZOLINE
I KUL EYE DPS	INR 44 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CAMPHOR 0.01 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.012 %W/V
I KUL PLUS EYE-DPS	INR 72 for 15 ML EYEDROPS	CAMPHOR , CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE NAN, NAPHAZOLINE , PHENYLEPHRINE
LACRICOOL 0.05%/0.012%/0.5% EYE DPS	INR 85 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE 0.5 %, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.012 %
MEDIKUL C EYE DPS	INR 70 for 10 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE , PHENYLEPHRINE
MEDIKUL EYE DPS	INR 70 for 10 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE , NAPHAZOLINE
NEPH M PLUS EYE-DPS	INR 60 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CAMPHOR 0.01 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.012 %W/V
OCUREST AH DROPS	INR 33.86 for 10 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, CAMPHOR 0.01 %W/V, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.1 %W/V
OCUREST AH EYE DPS	INR 54.6 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.1 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %W/V
OCUREST PLUS EYE DPS	INR 85 for 15 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.012 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE 0.5 %, CAMPHOR 0.01 %W/V
OPTICOOL EYE DPS	INR 65 for 5 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE , PHENYLEPHRINE
RECOOL PLUS EYE DPS	INR 90 for 10 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE , PHENYLEPHRINE
REECOOL EYE DPS	INR 50 for 10 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE , PHENYLEPHRINE
RELAX EYE DPS	INR 45 for 10 ML EYE DROP	NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %W/V
RELAX PLUS EYE DPS	INR 79 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CAMPHOR , MENTHOL , NAPHAZOLINE , PHENYLEPHRINE
SUTHIN GOLD EYE DPS	INR 100 for 10 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %, STABILIZED OXYCHLORO 0.005 %, NAPHAZOLINE 0.1 %, MENTHOL 0.0025 %, CAMPHOR 0.0025 %, CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE 0.5 %
WELCEE EYE DPS	INR 75 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CAMPHOR 0.01 %W/V, CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE 0.5 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.05 %W/V
ZOLINE GOLD EYE DPS	INR 95 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE , NAPHAZOLINE , PHENYLEPHRINE
ZOLINE PLUS EYE-DPS	INR 72 for 10 ML EYE DROP	CAMPHOR 0.01 %W/V, HYDROXYPROPYLMETHYLCELLULOSE 0.25 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.012 %W/V