Chlorpheniramine maleate

Uses

Chlorpheniramine maleate is used for the treatment of allergies and the symptoms it can cause

How it Works

Chlorpheniramine maleate is known as an antihistamine. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the effects of histamine, histamine is a substance released by cells in the body that produce allergy symptoms.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Chlorpheniramine maleate may suffer from such side effects;

Drowsiness,
Dizziness,
Nausea,
Stomach pain,
Constipation,
Blurred vision,
Dry mouth/nose/throat

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.