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AK-CON

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Generic Name for AK-CON

Naphazoline HCl 1mg (0.1%); oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.

Legal Classification:

Rx

Pharmacological Class for AK-CON

Sympathomimetic (imidazoline derivative).

Manufacturer of AK-CON

Akorn, Inc.

Indications for AK-CON

For use as a topical ocular vasoconstrictor.

Adults and Children:

Instill 1 or 2 drops in the conjunctival sac(s) every 3 to 4 hours as needed.

Contraindications for AK-CON

Anatomically narrow angle or in narrow-angle glaucoma.

Warnings/Precautions for AK-CON

Hypertension. Cardiovascular abnormalities. Diabetes. Hyperthyroidism. Infection. Injury. Children (esp. infants): may result in CNS depression leading to coma and marked reduction in body temperature. Discontinue if no relief obtained within 48 hours of therapy, if irritation, blurring or redness persists or increases, or if symptoms of systemic absorption occur. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.

Interactions for AK-CON

Concomitant maprotiline or tricyclic antidepressants may potentiate pressor effect. Severe hypertensive crisis possible with concomitant MAOIs.

Adverse Reactions for AK-CON

Ocular (eg, mydriasis, increased redness, irritation, discomfort, blurring, punctate keratitis, lacrimation, increased intraocular pressure; systemic (eg, dizziness, headache, nausea, sweating, nervousness, drowsiness, weakness, hypertension, cardiac irregularities, hyperglycemia).

How is AK-CON supplied?

Soln—15mL

Related Disease:

Ocular vasoconstrictor

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