Irritation & Redness Relief
Generic name: tetrahydrozoline and zinc ophthalmic [ TET-ra-hye-DROZ-oh-leen-and-ZINK-off-THAL-mik ]
Brand names: Irritation & Redness Relief, Visine A.C., Visine Multi-Symptom Relief, Visine Totality
Drug class:Ophthalmic antihistamines and decongestants
What is Irritation & Redness Relief?
Tetrahydrozoline is a vasoconstrictor. It works by narrowing swollen blood vessels in the eyes to reduce eye redness.
Zinc is a mineral that is used as an astringent to gently clear proteins and mucus from the outer surface of the eye.
Irritation & Redness Relief (for the eyes) is a combination medicine used to relieve eye redness and discomfort caused by minor eye irritation.
Irritation & Redness Relief may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Irritation & Redness Relief is for temporary relief of minor eye irritation, or to clear mucus build-up from the surface of the eye.
Stop using Irritation & Redness Relief and call your doctor at once if you have ongoing or worsening eye redness, eye pain, or vision changes.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Irritation & Redness Relief if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:
heart disease, high blood pressure;
diabetes;
a thyroid disorder; or
an eye injury or infection.
It is not known whether Irritation & Redness Relief will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
It is not known whether tetrahydrozoline and zinc ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I use Irritation & Redness Relief?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Using the medication too long or too often may worsen your symptoms and cause damage to the blood vessels in your eyes.
Wash your hands before using the eye drops.
To apply the eye drops:
Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop.
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