Naphcon A Antihistamine Eye Drops

When itchy, red, watery eyes flare up during allergy season, Naphcon A delivers the kind of fast, targeted relief that oral antihistamines often can't. This over-the-counter eye drop pairs two active ingredients — naphazoline HCl, a decongestant that shrinks the swollen blood vessels causing redness, and pheniramine maleate, an antihistamine that calms the itching triggered by pollen, dust, animal dander, and other airborne allergens.

The formulation we carry is the Naphcon A Antihistamine Eye Drops, 0.5 oz bottle (0.25 mg / 3 mg strength, NDC 00065008515), a sterile solution designed for direct ocular use. Most adults and children six years and older instill one to two drops in the affected eye up to four times daily, though it's worth reading the label and checking with a pharmacist or eye care professional before starting, especially with existing eye conditions, glaucoma, or if symptoms persist.

A common question buyers ask is how Naphcon A differs from plain lubricating drops: it actively treats allergy symptoms rather than simply moistening the eye, which is why it addresses both the itch and the visible redness in a single product. Because it contains a vasoconstrictor, it's meant for short-term allergy flare-ups rather than continuous daily use — prolonged reliance on decongestant drops can lead to rebound redness.

The 0.5 oz size offers a practical supply for a full allergy season while remaining compact enough to keep in a bag, desk drawer, or medicine cabinet. Store it at room temperature, keep the tip from touching the eye or any surface to preserve sterility, and discard it once the solution changes color or the expiration date passes.

Honest Medical stocks Naphcon A alongside other trusted OTC and pharmacy items, including selections from A-S Medication Solutions LLC. Order online for reliable allergy relief delivered when you need it most.