Tetrahydrozoline (HCl)
Tetrahydrozoline (HCl) Information

About 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.

Indications

Tetrahydrozoline (HCl) is primarily indicated in conditions like Conjunctival congestion, Nasal congestion.

Contraindication

Tetrahydrozoline (HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Neonates,Hypersensitivity to any component of product.

Side 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.

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.

High Risk Groups

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.