oxymetazoline ophthalmic

What is the most important information I should know about oxymetazoline ophthalmic?

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What is oxymetazoline ophthalmic?

Upneeq is a prescription version of oxymetazoline ophthalmic that is used to treat blepharoptosis, a condition that causes a droopy eyelid over one or both eyes. Upneeq is for use in adults and children at least 13 years old.

Oxymetazoline ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using oxymetazoline ophthalmic?

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• high or low blood pressure;
• heart problems;
• Sjögren's syndrome;
• blood circulation problems;
• glaucoma; or
• an eye injury or infection.

If you have any of the conditions above, ask a doctor or pharmacist before using the nonprescription (over-the-counter) version of oxymetazoline ophthalmic.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving this medicine to a child. Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 6 years old without medical advice.

How should I use oxymetazoline ophthalmic?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Using this medicine too long or too often may worsen your symptoms and cause damage to the blood vessels in your eyes.

Do not use while wearing soft contact lenses. A preservative in this medicine could permanently stain the lenses. Use the medicine at least 15 minutes before inserting your contact lenses.

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 and squeeze a drop into this pocket. Close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes.

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.

Keep this medicine out of the reach of children. Certain eye medications can cause serious medical problems in a young child who accidentally sucks on or swallows medicine from the eye dropper.

Each single-use container is for one use only. Throw it away after one use, even if there is still medicine left inside.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since this medicine is sometimes used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. Skip any missed dose if it's almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

What should I avoid while using oxymetazoline ophthalmic?

Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.

What are the possible side effects of oxymetazoline ophthalmic?

• a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
• ongoing or worsening eye redness;
• eye pain; or
• changes in your vision.

Common side effects may include:

• mild burning or stinging of the eye;
• blurred vision, watery eyes; or
• mild headache, dizziness, nervousness.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect oxymetazoline ophthalmic?

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using oxymetazoline with any other medications, especially:

• heart or blood pressure medicine;
• a beta blocker --atenolol, carvedilol, labetalol, metoprolol, nadolol, nebivolol, propranolol, sotalol, and others; or
• an MAO inhibitor --isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect oxymetazoline, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about oxymetazoline ophthalmic.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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