Optihist Eye Drop 
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USED FOR:
Allergic disorders
Eye Irritation
Nutritional deficiencies
COMPOSITION:
Chlorpheniramine (0.01% w/v)
Naphazoline (0.056% w/v)
Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate (0.12% w/v)
Boric Acid (1.25% w/v)
Therapeutic Uses:
respiratory
others
ophthal
No interaction found
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Optihist Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
No information is available on the use of Optihist Eye Drop during lactation. Please consult your doctor.
Optihist Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Optihist Eye Drop is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Optihist Eye Drop may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of Optihist Eye Drop may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Optihist Eye Drop is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Optihist Eye Drop may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Chlorpheniramine
Chlorpheniramine is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
How to use Chlorpheniramine
This medicine is for external use only.Take 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/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Optihist Eye Drop works
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistaminic medication. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions.
Common Sleepiness.
Expert advice for Chlorpheniramine
Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Chlorpheniramine, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Q. Does chlorpheniramine or chlorpheniramine maleate cause increase in blood pressure/ drowsy/non drowsy/sedating/get you high/keep you awake/sleepiness/make you tired/weight gain?
Chlorpheniramine causing these side effects is common or rare. Always consult your doctor, if you experience any of these side effects
Q. Is chlorpheniramine like Benadryl?
No, chlorpheniramine is different from Benadryl
Q. Is chlorpheniramine prescription?
Yes, it is available with doctor’s prescription only
Q. Can I take chlorpheniramine or chlorpheniramine maleate with Panadol/ cetirizine /Zyrtec/ Allegra/ warfarin/ diphenhydramine/ ibuprofen/Claritin/guaifenesin/Benadryl?
Yes, but taking other medicines may alter the effects of chlorpheniramine. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required
Q. Does chlorpheniramine contain aspirin?
No, it does not contain aspirin in it. Chlorpheniramine is a different drug than aspirin.
Uses of Naphazoline
Naphazoline is used in eye IrritationIt soothes eyes which have been irritated by dusty atmospheres, wind, swimming, smoke, air pollutants, or close work such as reading and computer use.
How to use Naphazoline
This medicine is for external use only.Take 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/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Optihist Eye Drop works
Naphazoline narrows the blood vessels in the eye, thereby reducing redness and swelling.
Common Dilatation of pupil.
Expert advice for Naphazoline
• Seek medical advice if the symptoms persist or worsen after 3 days of treatment.
• Avoid prolonged use of medication as it may affect normal mucosal layer of nose and can cause loss of sensation of smell.Â
• Seek immediate medical attention if you experience chest pain, fast/ irregular heart beat; severe headache, sweating, blurred vision, ringing in ears, anxiety, confusion, or breathlessness.
• Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
• Should not be given to patients allergic to naphazoline nasal or any of its ingredients.
• Should not be given to children < 12 years
• 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.
Q. Is Naphazoline safe?
Naphazoline is safe if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Uses of Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate
Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
How to use Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate
This medicine is for external use only.Take 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/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Optihist Eye Drop works
Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate provides essential nutrients.
Uses of Boric Acid
Boric Acid is used to prevent infections.
How to use Boric Acid
This medicine is for external use only.Take 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/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Optihist Eye Drop works
Boric acid belongs to class of drugs called antiseptics. It can weakly inhibit bacterial and fungal growth. It irrigates the eyes, cleanses, refreshes and soothes the irritated eyes; and help in removal of loose foreign material, air pollutants or chlorinated water..
Common Increased liver enzymes, Abdominal pain, Allergic reaction, Burning sensation, Irritation, Cns stimulation, Central nervous system depression, Diarrhoea, Rash, Vomiting.
Expert advice for Boric Acid
Avoid using boric acid for jock itch/groin itch for more than 2 week and athlete's foot or ringworm for more than 4 week.Do not use boric acid along with other eye medication containing polyvinyl alcohol.Avoid using this medication if you have any open wound or other skin injury around your eyes.Boric acid is a weak antibiotic and should not be used to treat any type of infection without the advice of a doctor. There are many other, more effective antibiotics available.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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