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Visine Multi-Symptom Relief

Generic name: tetrahydrozoline and zinc ophthalmic

Brand names: Irritation and Redness Relief, Visine A.C, Visine Multi-Symptom Relief, Visine Totality

Used for eye redness
Last updated November 3, 2026 0 views
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What is Visine Multi-Symptom Relief?

Tetrahydrozoline is a vasoconstrictor. It functions by tightening swollen capillary in the eyes to lower eye redness.

Zinc is a mineral that is made use of as an astringent to carefully clear proteins and mucous from the outer surface area of the eye.

Visine Multi-Symptom Relief (for the eyes) is a mix medication utilized to ease eye redness and pain caused by small eye irritation.

Visine Multi-Symptom Relief might likewise be used for purposes not noted in this drug guide.

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Warnings

Visine Multi-Symptom Relief is for temporary alleviation of small eye irritation, or to clear mucous build-up from the surface area of the eye.

Quit making use of Visine Multi-Symptom Relief and call your doctor at once if you have recurring or intensifying eye redness, eye pain, or vision changes.

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Before taking this medicine

You ought to not utilize Visine Multi-Symptom Relief if you dislike it.

Ask a physician or pharmacist if it is secure for you to take this medicine if you have various other clinical conditions, specifically:

  • glaucoma;
  • cardiovascular disease, hypertension;
  • diabetic issues;
  • a thyroid condition; or
  • an eye injury or infection.

It is not understood whether Visine Multi-Symptom Relief will certainly harm an expected infant. Tell your medical professional if you are expectant or strategy to conceive while using this medication.

It is not recognized whether tetrahydrozoline and zinc ophthalmic enter breast milk or if it could harm a nursing infant. Inform your physician if you are breast-feeding an infant.

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Visine Multi-Symptom Relief side effects

Obtain emergency situation clinical aid if you have any of these indications of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Visine Multi-Symptom Relief might create serious side effects. Quit making use of Visine Multi-Symptom Relief and call your physician at the same time if you have:

  • ongoing or intensifying eye redness;
  • eye pain;
  • changes in your vision;
  • breast discomfort, fast or uneven heart price; or
  • serious frustration, humming in your ears, anxiousness, complication, or feeling breathless.

Typical negative effects of Visine Multi-Symptom Relief may include:

  • moderate burning or painful of the eye;
  • obscured vision, watery eyes; or
  • expanded pupils.

This is not a total list of negative effects and others may occur. Call your physician for clinical suggestions regarding side effects. You might report negative effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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How should I use Visine Multi-Symptom Relief?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Using the medication too long or too often may worsen your symptoms and cause damage to the blood vessels in your eyes.

Wash your hands before using the eye drops.

To apply the eye drops:

  • Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop.
  • Close your eye and gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for about 1 minute, to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct.
  • Use only the number of drops recommended.

Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.

Do not use the eye drops if the liquid has changed colors or has particles in it.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Considering That Visine Multi-Symptom Relief is used when required, you might not get on an application routine. If you are on a schedule, utilize the missed out on dosage as soon as you keep in mind. Avoid the missed dose if it is virtually time for your next arranged dosage. Do not use extra medicine to compose the missed dose.

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What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of tetrahydrozoline and zinc ophthalmic is not expected to be unsafe. Look for emergency clinical attention or call the Poisonous substance Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anybody has actually accidentally swallowed the drug.

Maintain Visine Multi-Symptom Relief out of the reach of youngsters. Certain eye drugs can cause severe medical troubles in a child that mistakenly sucks on or swallows medicine from the eye dropper.

Do not utilize this medicine while putting on contact lenses. Visine Multi-Symptom Relief might consist of a chemical that can stain soft call lenses. Wait a minimum of 15 minutes after using this medication prior to placing in your call lenses.

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What other drugs will affect Visine Multi-Symptom Relief?

It is not most likely that other medicines you take orally or inject will have a result on tetrahydrozoline and zinc used in the eyes. But many medicines can connect with each various other. Tell each of your healthcare providers concerning all medicines you use, including prescription and over the counter medications, vitamins, and natural products.

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