Naphazoline and pheniramine ophthalmic and Vasoclear

• Generic Name: naphazoline / pheniramine ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Naphcon-A, Opcon-A, Visine-A, AK-Con-A, Ocuhist

Naphazoline is a vasoconstrictor. It works by narrowing swollen blood vessels in the eyes to reduce eye redness.

Pheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of itchy or watery eyes.

Naphazoline and pheniramine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is for temporary relief of minor eye redness or itching caused by ragweed, pollen, grass, or animal dander and hair.

Naphazoline and pheniramine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: naphazoline ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: AK-Con, Albalon, Allersol, Clear Eyes, Clear Eyes + Redness Relief, Naphcon, Redness Relief Eye Drops, Naphcon Forte, Vasocon, Nafazair, Estivin II, Degest 2, Vasoclear, Allerest Eye Drops, Ocu-Zoline

Naphazoline is used to relieve redness due to minor eye irritations, such as those caused by colds, dust, wind, smog, pollen, swimming, or wearing contact lenses.

Some of these preparations are available only with your doctor's prescription.