Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline Benefits & Uses

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Eye Allergies
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline is used -

Common

Eye Burning
Eye irritation
Stinging in the Eyes

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline Related Warnings

Is the use of Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline safe for pregnant women?

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline.

Safe
What is the effect of Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline on the Kidneys?

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline on the Liver?

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline on the Heart?

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline with Other Drugs

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ergotamine

Moderate

Rifampicin

Aspirin(ASA)

Furosemide

Carbamazepine

Ketoconazole

Isosorbide Mononitrate

Albuterol

Albuterol Tablet

Salbutamol

Formoterol

Salmeterol,Fluticasone

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline

Is this Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline for mental disorders.

No

Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline

It is safe to take Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Hydrocortisone + Naphazoline with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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