AK-Con
Generic name:naphazoline ophthalmic [ na-FAZ-oh-leen-off-THAL-mik ]
Brand names: AK-Con, Albalon, Allersol, Clear Eyes, Clear Eyes + Redness Relief, Naphcon, Redness Relief Eye Drops
Drug class:Ophthalmic antihistamines and decongestants
What is AK-Con?
Naphazoline is a vasoconstrictor. It works by narrowing swollen blood vessels in the eyes to reduce eye redness.
AK-Con (for the eye) is for temporary relief of minor eye redness or discomfort caused by minor irritants.
AK-Con may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
AK-Con is for temporary relief of minor eye redness or discomfort caused by minor irritants.
You should not use AK-Con if you have narrow-angle glaucoma.
Stop using AK-Con and call your doctor at once if you have ongoing or worsening eye redness, eye pain, vision changes, severe dizziness, or headache, buzzing in your ears, or feeling short of breath.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use AK-Con if you are allergic to it, or if you have narrow-angle glaucoma.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:
heart disease, high blood pressure;
diabetes;
a thyroid disorder; or
an eye injury or infection.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether AK-Con will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
It is not known whether naphazoline ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I use AK-Con?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Using the medication too long or too often may worsen your symptoms and cause damage to the blood vessels in your eyes.
Wash your hands before using the eye drops.
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 with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop....
