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Can Visine Eye Drops Be Used During Pregnancy?

Is visine okay to use while pregnant? I have a very itchy red eyes and its killing me for almost a week. Ive read some articles and forums that it not good. However, i still want to know your opinion and suggestion in this kind of matter. My OB is still not in town thats why i cant ask her. Your response is in deed a great help. Thanks!
Tue, 30 Apr 2019
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Hello,

Visine eye drop contains decongestants that help relieve the red eye, it is mostly a symptomatic treatment, but will not treat the cause of the red eye. There is not enough data on the safety of visine use in pregnancy. Producers recommend not to use it unless your doctor thinks it is needed.
In your case I would say that you may try it following the instructions on the dose and aim for moderate doses, not the maximum ones. If it is not helping in 2-3 days, you should not go on with it but see your doctor.

I hope this answers your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
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Can Visine Eye Drops Be Used During Pregnancy?

Hello, Visine eye drop contains decongestants that help relieve the red eye, it is mostly a symptomatic treatment, but will not treat the cause of the red eye. There is not enough data on the safety of visine use in pregnancy. Producers recommend not to use it unless your doctor thinks it is needed. In your case I would say that you may try it following the instructions on the dose and aim for moderate doses, not the maximum ones. If it is not helping in 2-3 days, you should not go on with it but see your doctor. I hope this answers your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Antoneta Zotaj General and Family Physician