Pediatric Visine (tetrahydrozoline) ingestion: case report and review of imidazoline toxicity.

Article Details

Citation
Copy to clipboard

Daggy A, Kaplan R, Roberge R, Akhtar J

Pediatric Visine (tetrahydrozoline) ingestion: case report and review of imidazoline toxicity.

Vet Hum Toxicol. 2003 Aug;45(4):210-2.

PubMed ID
12882493 [ View in PubMed
]
Abstract

Visine, an over-the-counter, tetrahydrozoline topical ophthalmic decongestant, possesses central and peripheral alpha2-adrenergic properties. We present a case of accidental pediatric oral exposure with resultant neurological and cardiovascular complications. Visine is not marketed in childproof containers, despite the potential severity of an accidental ingestion. Over-the-counter medications with potent pharmacological properties should be stored in areas out of the reach of children, and manufacturers should package these products in childproof containers.

DrugBank Data that Cites this Article

Drugs