Minims Phenylephrine HCl

Minims Phenylephrine HCl

phenylephrine

Manufacturer:

Chauvin

Distributor:

Zuellig
/
Agencia Lei Va Hong

Marketer:

Bausch & Lomb
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Phenylephrine HCl
Dosage/Direction for Use
2.5% w/v eye drops Adult, elderly, childn 1 drop in each eye. If necessary, repeat once at least 1 hr after the 1st drop. 10% w/v eye drops Adult 1 drop in each eye. If necessary, repeat once at least 1 hr after the 1st drop.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Heart disease; tachycardia; high BP; aneurysms; hyperthyroidism; DM; closed angle glaucoma (unless previously treated w/ iridectomy); narrow angle prone to glaucoma precipitated by mydriatics. Patients wearing contact lenses. Concomitant use w/ MAOIs, TCAs & anti-hypertensive agents (including β-blockers). 10% w/v eye drops: Do not use in childn <12 yr.
Special Precautions
Cerebral arteriosclerosis; asthma; increased internal eye pressure when the pupil is enlarged; red or inflamed eyes. Can cause the cornea to become cloudy if the surface of the cornea is damaged. Remove contact lenses prior to administration. Do not wear contact lenses until the effects of the drops have completely worn off. Some patients may find bright light (eg, daylight) uncomfortable for a few hr after receiving the eye drops. Vision may be blurred after administration. Wait until the vision is clear before driving or using machines. Pregnancy & lactation. 2.5% w/v eye drops: Caution in the elderly. 10% w/v eye drops: Not recommended in childn 12-18 yr or elderly patients.
Adverse Reactions
Stinging & blurred vision upon administration.
Drug Interactions
Potential interaction w/ antidepressants; medicines to reduce BP (including β-blockers); medicines to treat irregular heartbeats (quinidine or cardiac glycosides); anaesth (eg, halothane).
MIMS Class
Mydriatic Drugs
ATC Classification
S01FB01 - phenylephrine ; Belongs to the class of sympathomimetics used as mydriatics and cycloplegics.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Minims Phenylephrine HCl eye drops 10 %
Packing/Price
20 × 1's
Form
Minims Phenylephrine HCl eye drops 2.5 %
Packing/Price
20 × 1's
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