Generic name: phenylephrine ophthalmic [ fen-ill-EFF-rin ]
Brand names: AK-Dilate, Altafrin, Mydfrin, Neofrin, Relief,
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Dosage form: ophthalmic solution (10%; 2.5%)
Drug classes:Mydriatics, Ophthalmic antihistamines and decongestants
What is phenylephrine ophthalmic?
Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels.
Phenylephrine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to relieve eye redness, dryness, burning, and irritation caused by wind, sun, and other irritants.
Prescription-strength phenylephrine ophthalmic is used to constrict blood vessels in the eye and to dilate (make bigger) the pupil for conditions such as glaucoma, before surgery, and before eye examinations.
Phenylephrine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use phenylephrine ophthalmic if you have narrow-angle glaucoma.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use phenylephrine ophthalmic if you are allergic to it, or if you have narrow-angle glaucoma.
Do not use phenylephrine ophthalmic without a doctor's advice if you have:
