Visine eye drops - for eye irritation caused by smoke, wind and air

Thank you for the additional information. Here are the mandatory details for Visine® Yxin®Hydro 0.5 mg/ml eye drops:

Active ingredient : Tetryzoline hydrochloride

Application areas :
For temporary reduction of swelling of the mucous membranes in the case of non-infectious eye irritations, for example caused by smoke, dust, wind, chlorinated water, light or in the case of allergies such as hay fever involving the eyes. The medication is suitable for adults, adolescents and children aged 6 and over. Children between 2 and 6 years should only be treated after consulting a doctor.

Warning :
Contains phosphates.

For risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Manufacturer :
Johnson & Johnson GmbH
41470 Neuss

Status: 03/2022

Please note that this information is based on the current status and there may be more recent information. Therefore, always read the latest package leaflet and consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.

Indication : This medication contains the active ingredient tetryzoline hydrochloride and is an ophthalmic agent for decongestant use in the eye. It is used to treat temporary swelling of the mucous membrane in the case of non-infectious eye irritations. Such irritations can be caused by smoke, dust, wind, chlorinated water, light or allergic reactions such as hay fever involving the eyes. The medication is suitable for adults, adolescents and children from 2 years of age. However, children between 2 and 6 years of age should only be treated after consulting a doctor.

Dosage : Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. If you are unsure, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Children over 6 years, adolescents and adults: Unless otherwise prescribed, instill 1-2 drops into the affected eye 2 to 3 times daily. Remove contact lenses beforehand.

Children aged 2 years and under 6 years: In children aged 2 to 6 years, the medication should only be used under medical supervision. The recommended dosage is 1 drop in the affected eye 2 to 3 times daily.

Children under 2 years: The medicine must not be used in children under 2 years.

Duration of use: The medication should be used only for the shortest possible period necessary to treat symptoms. Use should not exceed 5 consecutive days. Repeated applications should be made with caution as long-term or excessive use may result in chronic swelling and/or conjunctival damage. Long-term use may increase eye redness. If no improvement occurs within 2 days or eye irritation, redness or other symptoms persist or worsen, the medication should be discontinued and a doctor should be consulted.

Overdose : Overdose is unlikely when applied to the eye. However, accidental ingestion, especially in children, may cause serious side effects or poisoning. Symptoms of overdose may include cardiovascular problems, drowsiness, coma, hypothermia, slow heartbeat, low or high blood pressure, respiratory arrest, vomiting, drooling, miosis, lack of energy, dryness of the mucous membranes and chest pain. In case of accidental ingestion, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist immediately.

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