[The hydrochloride salt form of naphazoline, an imidazole derivative and a direct-acting sympathomimetic amine with vasoconstrictive properties. Upon ocular administration, naphazoline hydrochloride exerts its effect by acting on alpha-adrenergic receptors in the arterioles of the conjunctiva to produce vasoconstriction, resulting in decreased conjunctival congestion and diminished itching, irritation and redness. ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0282259 - Organic Chemical
- Pharmacologic Substance
Relation/PAR: NAPHAZOLINE
Relation/CHD: NAPHAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 0.025 %
NAPHAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 0.05 %
NAPHAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 0.02 %
NAPHAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 0.1 %
NAPHAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 0.012 %