Definition Tetryzolin is also known as tetrahydrozolin and is used in various medical fields. Tetryzolin is a drug that corresponds in its effect to a so-called alpha-adrenoreceptor agonist, also known as sympathomimetic drugs (see: sympathetic nervous system). The main dosage forms of the drug are mainly eye drops and also nose drops. Chemically, Tetryzolin corresponds … Tetryzoline
Tetryzolin eye drops Tetryzolin is the most commonly used eye drop today. As a so-called sympathetic mimetic, it binds to the conjunctiva via receptors, causing the vessels to contract and thus reduce the swelling in the corresponding part of the eye. In ophthalmology, it is mainly used in the symptomatic treatment of conjunctivitis. Even after … Tetryzolin eye drops | Tetryzoline
Pregnancy and lactation During pregnancy the use of eye drops and nose drops containing tetryzolin is not recommended. This is due to the mainly systemic side effects, such as cardiac arrhythmia and hypertension crises, which can occur when taking the drug. The same also applies to breastfeeding. If a pregnant woman should suffer from conjunctivitis, … Pregnancy and lactation | Tetryzoline
Background The mucosa-lined Eustachian tube (eustachian tube, tuba auditiva) is the connection between the nasopharynx and the tympanic cavity of the middle ear. Its main function is to equalize pressure between the middle ear and the external ambient pressure. The tube is normally closed and opens when swallowing or yawning. Two other important functions are … Tubal Catarrh
Symptoms Acute nonspecific eye irritation manifests itself in symptoms such as foreign body sensation, eye tearing, redness, burning, and swelling. Causes Possible causes include external irritants and eye strain: Smoke, dust, heat, cold, wind, dry air, air conditioning, chlorinated water. Sunlight, UV rays see also under snow blindness. Wearing contact lenses Chemicals, medicines, for example, … Eye Irritation
