Drug Detail:Tetrahydrozoline (monograph) (Visine original)
Drug Class:
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 the temporary relief of burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun
- For protection against further irritation
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 the temporary relief of burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun
- For protection against further irritation
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:
- 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.
