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Tetrahydrozoline

relieves redness of the eye due to minor eye irritations as a lubricant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye.

Sold without prescription in some countries Ophthalmic

How to use Tetrahydrozoline

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

Relieves redness of the eye due to minor eye irritations as a lubricant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye

How to take it and how often

instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) up to 4 times daily

While you are taking it
  • Pupils may become enlarged temporarily to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface
  • Replace cap after using. if solution changes color or becomes cloudy, do not use overuse may produce increased redness of the eye remove contact lenses before using
Talk to a doctor first if

narrow angle glaucoma

Warnings

For external use only Ask a doctor before use if you have narrow angle glaucoma When using this product pupils may become enlarged temporarily to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. Replace cap after using. if solution changes color or becomes cloudy, do not use overuse may produce increased redness of the eye remove contact lenses before using Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience eye pain changes in vision continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. …

Possible side effects

You experience eye pain changes in vision continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-12-30.

Brands around the world

Products with Tetrahydrozoline as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Cvp Sterile Eye DropsTETRAHYDROZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE .05 g/100mL · Solution/ Drops · Salado Sales, Inc.
NDC 57243-068Label
Walgreens Eye Drops Advanced Relief 15mlDEXTRAN 70 .1 g/100mL, POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 400 1 g/100mL, POVIDONE 1 g/100mL · Solution/ Drops · Walgreen Company
NDC 0363-4547Label
Sunmark Eye Drops Advanced Moisturizer/lubricantDEXTRAN 70 .1 g/100mL, POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 400 1 g/100mL, POVIDONE 1 g/100mL · Solution/ Drops · Strategic Sourcing Services LLC
NDC 49348-697Label
Cvs Advanced Eye DropsDEXTRAN 70 .1 g/100mL, POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 400 1 g/100mL, POVIDONE 1 g/100mL · Solution/ Drops · CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
NDC 51316-129Label
Walgreens Multi-symptom Relief Eye DropsHYPROMELLOSE, UNSPECIFIED .36 g/100mL, POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 400 1 g/100mL, ZINC SULFATE .25 g/100mL · Solution/ Drops · Walgreen Co.
NDC 0363-1462Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACVitricine Eye Drop 04-4112

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

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Questions about Tetrahydrozoline

What is Tetrahydrozoline used for?

relieves redness of the eye due to minor eye irritations as a lubricant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Tetrahydrozoline?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) up to 4 times daily…

Do I need a prescription for Tetrahydrozoline?

In many countries Tetrahydrozoline is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Tetrahydrozoline?

Tetrahydrozoline is sold under names such as Optigene, Visine, Altazine, Foster And Thrive Advanced Relief Eye Drops. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Tetrahydrozoline is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.