Visine
Visine
Visine (/vaɪˈziːn/) is a brand of eye drops that is used to relieve eye irritation. It is produced by Johnson & Johnson, a multinational corporation that specializes in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods.
Etymology
The name "Visine" is derived from its purpose - to provide a "visine" or "vision" solution for irritated eyes.
Usage
Visine is used to relieve symptoms of eye irritation such as redness, dryness, and itching. It works by narrowing swollen blood vessels in the eyes to reduce eye redness.
Ingredients
The active ingredients in Visine are Tetrahydrozoline hydrochloride, which is a vasoconstrictor, and Benzalkonium chloride, which is a preservative.
Related Terms
- Eye Drops: A saline-based liquid used to relieve eye irritation.
- Johnson & Johnson: The multinational corporation that produces Visine.
- Tetrahydrozoline hydrochloride: The active ingredient in Visine that reduces eye redness.
- Benzalkonium chloride: A preservative used in Visine.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Visine
- Wikipedia's article - Visine
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