Povidone / Tetrahydrozoline Ophthalmic Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 22, 2020.
Applies to the following strengths: 0.6%-0.05%; 1%-0.05%
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Eye Dryness/Redness
1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) up to 4 times a day
Comment: Patients should stop use and contact their healthcare provider if their condition worsens OR the condition lasts longer than 72 hours.
Uses:
-For the relief of redness of the eye due to minor eye irritations
-For use as a protectant against further irritation OR to relieve dryness of the eye
Usual Adult Dose for Eye Redness/Itching
1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) up to 4 times a day
Comment: Patients should stop use and contact their healthcare provider if their condition worsens OR the condition lasts longer than 72 hours.
Uses:
-For the relief of redness of the eye due to minor eye irritations
-For use as a protectant against further irritation OR to relieve dryness of the eye
Usual Pediatric Dose for Eye Dryness/Redness
6 years and older: 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) up to 4 times a day
Comment: Patients should stop use and contact their healthcare provider if their condition worsens OR the condition lasts longer than 72 hours.
Uses:
-For the relief of redness of the eye due to minor eye irritations
-For use as a protectant against further irritation OR to relieve dryness of the eye
Usual Pediatric Dose for Eye Redness/Itching
6 years and older: 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) up to 4 times a day
Comment: Patients should stop use and contact their healthcare provider if their condition worsens OR the condition lasts longer than 72 hours.
Uses:
-For the relief of redness of the eye due to minor eye irritations
-For use as a protectant against further irritation OR to relieve dryness of the eye
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS: None.
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 6 years.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
-This drug should be used for external use only.
-The tip of the container should not be allowed to touch any surface during application.
-The cap should be replaced after use.
Storage requirements:
-Store at 15 to 30C
-Some experts recommend discarding any unused drug after 4 weeks.
Patient advice:
-Patients should be instructed to avoid using solutions that have changed color or become cloudy.
-Advise patients to speak to their healthcare provider if they become pregnant, intend to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
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- Drug class: ophthalmic antihistamines and decongestants
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