Tetrahydrozoline (HCl)

Tetrahydrozoline (HCl) is 2-(1, 2, 3, 4-tetrahydro-1-naphthyl)-2-imidazoline. It is used as a nasal and opthalmologic decongestant. It is used in the eye to relieve redness, burning and irritation due to dry eyes, allergies or minor irritations.


Adult Dose
Dose: 0.02 to 0.07 mg
Single Dose: 0.045 (0.045)
Frequency: 8 hourly
Route: Ophthalmic
Instructions: -
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Dose: SA
Single Dose:
Frequency:
Route:
Instructions:
Characteristics
belongs to Imidazoline. It belongs to Alpha adrenergic agonist pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action. The Molecular Weight of Tetrahydrozoline (HCl) is 236.70. It is weakly acidic drug, 4.10% solution of the drug is isotonic.
Contraindications
Tetrahydrozoline (HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Neonates,Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Tetrahydrozoline (HCl), which give rise to further complications include Hypertension, Palpitation.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Tetrahydrozoline (HCl) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Tremors, Blurred vision, Sneezing, Stinging on application.
Indications
Tetrahydrozoline (HCl) is primarily indicated in conditions like Conjunctival congestion, Nasal congestion.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Tetrahydrozoline (HCl) was found.
Interfrence
Risks
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Nasal Spray, Nasal Drops Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.
Warnings
Use topical decongestant (tetrahydrozoline) only in acute conditions, not longer than 3 to 5 days. It should be use sparingly in all patients, especially in infants, children and in cardiac patients.
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