Ocurest Plus Eye Drop, Camphor/ Menthol/ Phenylephrine/ Carboxymethylcellulose/ Naphazoline

Naphazoline is used for the relief of minor eye redness or discomfort caused by minor irritants.

Naphazoline is a vasoconstrictor. Naphazoline works by narrowing blood vessels in the eyes to reduce eye redness and swelling.

Some of the potential side effects of Naphazoline can include the symptoms below;

Dilatation of pupil

Menthol is used in the treatment of itching, dermatitis and eczema.

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.

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

Carboxymethylcellulose is used in the treatment of dry eye disease.

Carboxymethylcellulose is known as artificial tears. Carboxymethylcellulose works by moistening the surface of the eye in the same way as natural tears does thus reducing the symptoms of dry eye disease.

Some of the potential side effects of Carboxymethylcellulose include the symptoms below;

Allergic reaction,
Foreign body sensation in eyes,
Increased production of tears,
Blurred vision,
Eye discharge,
Eye itching,
Eye pain,
Eye irritation,
Eye redness,
Visual impairment

Phenylephrine is used for pupil dilation and the treatment of nasal congestion.

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.

Some of the potential side effects of Phenylephrine can include the symptoms below

Nausea,
Headache,
Palpitations,
Increased blood pressure,
Vomiting,
Increased heart rate,
Heart beat irregular

Camphor is used in the treatment of dermatitis, itching, skin irritation and eczema.

Camphor works by increasing blood flow and local temperature of the affected area which then works to suppress and temporarily relieve pain sensations. Camphor is known as a rubefacient or antitussive. Camphor also eases cough, nasal and throat irritation by moistening air passages.

Some of the potential side effects of Camphor can include the symptoms below

Skin irritation,
Hypersensitivity reaction,
Irritation of ear,
Allergic skin rash