Molecular Formula: C14H15ClN2
Molecular weight: 246.73 g/mol
CAS No: 550-99-2
ATC Code: R01AA08
Drug Class: Sympathomimetic amines
General Properties:
Naphazoline is a decongestant used to relieve redness, puffiness, and itchy/watering eyes due to colds, allergies, or eye irritations (smog, swimming, or wearing contact lenses). It is known as a sympathomimetic (alpha receptor agonist) that works in the eye to decrease congestion.
Indication:
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.
