Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (Hypomellose)
Solution (eye drop), 0.3%, 0.5%, 1%, 2.5%
Indications: - as a vehicle for eye drops and as artificial tears and contact lens solution.
Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride
Solution (eye drop), 0.025%, 0.05%
Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride is a direct-acting sympathomimetic agent which has a vasoconstrictor effect on mucosal blood vessels when applied topically. Oxymetazoline may occasionally cause local stinging or burning, sneezing, and dryness of the mouth and throat. Prolonged or excessive use may cause rebound congestion and drug-induced rhinitis.
A 0.025%, or 0.05%solution of Oxymetazoline hydrochloride may be instilled in to the eye as a conjunctival decongestant.
Sodium Cromoglycate
Eye ointment, 4%
Solution (eye drop), 2%
Indications: - allergic conjunctivitis, vernal keratoconjuctivitis.
Side effects: - transient burning and stinging
Dose and Administration: - apply eye drops 4 times daily, eye ointment 2-3 times daily.
Tetrahydrozoline Hydrochloride
Solution (eye drop), 0.05 %
Tetrahydrozoline is a sympathomimetic agent with alpha-adrenergic activity. It acts as a local vasoconstrictor and when applied topically to mucous membranes it reduces swelling and congestion. Prolonged or excessive use may cause rebound congestion. Solution of Tetrahydrozoline hydrochloride containing 0.05 % is used as a conjunctival decongestant.
Balanced salt solution
Solution (eye drop), 15 ml, 30 ml, 500 ml