Naphazoline
Uses
Naphazoline is used for the relief of minor eye redness or discomfort caused by minor irritants.
How it Works
Naphazoline is a vasoconstrictor. Naphazoline works by narrowing blood vessels in the eyes to reduce eye redness and swelling.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Naphazoline can include the symptoms below;
Dilatation of pupil
Menthol
Uses
Menthol is used in the treatment of itching, dermatitis and eczema.
How it Works
Menthol works by activating the cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors in the skin. Menthol, causes a feeling of coolness due to stimulation of cold receptors by inhibiting Ca++ currents of neuronal membranes. Menthol may also yield analgesic properties via kappa-opioid receptor agonism.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Menthol can include the symptoms below;
Balance disorder,
Vomiting,
Altered heart rate,
Drowsiness,
Hypersensitivity reaction,
Nausea,
Abdominal pain,
Contact dermatitis,
Skin irritation,
Apnea,
Nystagmus,
Vertigo
Phenylephrine topical
Uses
Phenylephrine is used for pupil dilation and the treatment of nasal congestion.
How it Works
Phenylephrine works by narrowing and shrinking the small blood vessels in the nasal passages. Phenylephrine provides temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Phenylephrine topical for the eye works to relieve eye redness, burning, dryness and irritation caused by external irritants.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Phenylephrine can include the symptoms below
Nausea,
Headache,
Palpitations,
Increased blood pressure,
Vomiting,
Increased heart rate,
Heart beat irregular
Camphor
Uses
Camphor is used in the treatment of dermatitis, itching, skin irritation and eczema.
How it Works
Camphor works by increasing blood flow and local temperature of the affected area which then works to suppress and temporarily relieve pain sensations. Camphor is known as a rubefacient or antitussive. Camphor also eases cough, nasal and throat irritation by moistening air passages.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Camphor can include the symptoms below
Skin irritation,
Hypersensitivity reaction,
Irritation of ear,
Allergic skin rash