STARAZOLIN 0.5 mg/ml Drops

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Andrei Popov

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Dr. Andrei Popov is a family physician with specialized training in the management of chronic pain. He provides video consultations for adults in Spain and across Europe: whether you have been living with pain for months that no one has been able to properly explain, or you need to resolve a health issue without waiting weeks for an appointment.

His approach is clear: to listen, organize your case, and provide you with a practical roadmap based on evidence-based medicine and adapted to your medical history and personal needs.

Pain: how he can help

  • Chronic pain (more than 3 months
  • Migraine and recurrent or high-intensity headaches
  •  Neck, lower back, back and joint pain
  •  Post-traumatic pain after injuries or surgeries
  •  Pain of neurological origin: neuralgia, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia

General medicine

  • Frequent respiratory infections (cold, flu, persistent cough)
  • Hypertension, diabetes and metabolic disorders
  • Review of laboratory tests and MRI/CT reports (explained in clear language)
  • Preventive medicine and health monitoring
  • Second opinions and treatment adjustments (when clinically appropriate)

What the consultation is like
 Each session lasts up to 30 minutes. We review symptoms, medical history, medications and any tests you provide, and you finish the consultation with a clear treatment plan, defined next steps, and criteria to understand when follow-up may be needed. If warning signs are detected, he will clearly advise whether you need in-person care or urgent medical attention.

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About the medicine

How to use Starazolin

Contents of the leaflet

  1. Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient
  2. Starazolin, 0.5 mg/ml, Eye Drops
    1. Read the package leaflet carefully before using the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.
    2. Table of Contents of the Leaflet
  3. What is Starazolin and what is it used for
    1. Indications for Use
  4. Important Information Before Using Starazolin
    1. When Not to Use Starazolin
    2. Warnings and Precautions
    3. Children
    4. Starazolin and Other Medicines
    5. Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
    6. Driving and Using Machines
    7. Starazolin Contains Benzalkonium Chloride
  5. How to Use Starazolin
    1. Adults and Children Over 2 Years
    2. Caution
    3. Using More Than the Recommended Dose of Starazolin
    4. Missing a Dose of Starazolin
  6. Possible Side Effects
    1. Reporting Side Effects
  7. How to Store Starazolin
  8. Contents of the Pack and Other Information
    1. What Starazolin Contains
    2. What Starazolin Looks Like and Contents of the Pack
    3. Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer
    4. Date of Last Revision of the Leaflet:

Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient

Starazolin, 0.5 mg/ml, Eye Drops

Tetryzoline Hydrochloride

Read the package leaflet carefully before using the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.

This medicine should always be used exactly as described in this package leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
  • If you need advice or further information, consult your pharmacist.
  • If you experience any side effects, including those not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. See section 4.
  • If after 2 days there is no improvement or you feel worse, contact your doctor.

Table of Contents of the Leaflet

  • 1. What is Starazolin and what is it used for
  • 2. Important information before using Starazolin
  • 3. How to use Starazolin
  • 4. Possible side effects
  • 5. How to store Starazolin
  • 6. Contents of the pack and other information
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1. What is Starazolin and what is it used for

Starazolin contains the active substance tetryzoline, which is a sympathomimetic amine, an imidazoline derivative.
After local application to the eye, the small blood vessels constrict, which reduces conjunctival hyperemia and edema.

Indications for Use

For the symptomatic treatment of conditions accompanied by conjunctival hyperemia and edema, caused by irritants such as: dust, smoke, contact lenses, wind, bright sunlight, chlorinated water, cosmetics, as well as in allergic inflammatory conditions, such as: hay fever and pollen allergy.
Starazolin alleviates accompanying symptoms: burning, itching, pain, excessive tearing, and irritation.
The medicine is not effective in treating late-type allergic reactions, such as contact conjunctivitis and eyelid skin.

2. Important Information Before Using Starazolin

When Not to Use Starazolin

  • if you are allergic to tetryzoline hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);
  • in children under 2 years of age;
  • if you have glaucoma, especially with a narrow angle of filtration or other severe eye diseases;
  • if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Warnings and Precautions

Before starting treatment with Starazolin, discuss it with your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Treatment should be discontinued if the symptoms of the inflammatory condition worsen during treatment. The medicine is intended for the treatment of conjunctival irritations of moderate severity only.
  • It is not recommended to use the medicine during infection, corneal damage, or severe pain.
  • You should stop using the medicine and contact your doctor if, after two days of using the medicine, there is no significant improvement.
  • Prolonged use of the medicine may cause secondary irritation and hyperemia, burning and stinging symptoms, as well as atrophic changes caused by chronic hypoxia of the eye mucosa.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with severe cardiovascular diseases (e.g., coronary artery disease) and hypertension, pheochromocytoma, patients with diabetes and hyperthyroidism, treated with monoamine oxidase inhibitors and other medicines that may increase blood pressure.
  • During treatment with the medicine, you should stop wearing soft contact lenses (see section "Starazolin contains benzalkonium chloride").
  • The medicine, at the recommended dosage, does not cause pupil dilation; however, with excessive use, there is a risk of pupil dilation, especially in patients with light (blue) irises.
  • In case of severe eye pain, headache, vision loss, sudden appearance of moving spots in the field of vision, sudden eye redness, pain caused by light, or double vision, you should immediately contact your doctor.
  • The medicine is not effective in treating late-type allergic reactions, such as contact conjunctivitis and eyelid skin.

Children

Long-term use of the medicine should be avoided, especially in children.
Using the medicine in children under 2 years of age is contraindicated.

Starazolin and Other Medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you are taking, have recently taken, or might take.

  • Using the medicine with MAO inhibitors or tricyclic antidepressants, guanethidine, or reserpine may increase blood pressure. When using these medicines, Starazolin can only be used after consulting a doctor.
  • Concomitant use of anesthetics, insulin, atropine sulfate, or propranolol with tetryzoline may enhance the effect of these medicines on the circulatory system.
  • When using other eye drops, a 15-minute interval should be maintained between instillations.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to have a child, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
Pregnancy
The safety of using tetryzoline during pregnancy has not been established.
Starazolin can be used during pregnancy only if, in the doctor's opinion, it is absolutely necessary.
Breastfeeding
There is no data on the penetration of tetryzoline into breast milk. Breastfeeding women should use the medicine with caution and after the doctor has weighed the risks and benefits of treatment.

Driving and Using Machines

There is no data on the effect of Starazolin on the ability to drive and use machines; however, you should take into account the inflammatory condition of the conjunctiva, pupil dilation, and blurred vision, which may impair psychophysical fitness. In such cases, do not drive or operate machines.

Starazolin Contains Benzalkonium Chloride

The medicine contains 0.1 mg of benzalkonium chloride in each ml of solution. Benzalkonium chloride may be absorbed by soft contact lenses and change their color. You should remove contact lenses before instillation and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back on. Benzalkonium chloride may also cause eye irritation, especially in people with dry eye syndrome or corneal disorders (the transparent layer at the front of the eye). If you experience any abnormal sensations in the eye, stinging, or pain after using the medicine, contact your doctor.

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3. How to Use Starazolin

This medicine should always be used exactly as described in the package leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are unsure, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Adults and Children Over 2 Years

Usually, 1 to 2 drops of the medicine are instilled, 2 to 3 times a day.
Long-term use of the medicine should be avoided, especially in children.
Using the medicine in children under 2 years of age is contraindicated.
Method of administration
Instillation into the eye.

Caution

Starazolin is a sterile solution.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper, and after instillation, immediately tighten the bottle cap.
Before using the medicine, remove contact lenses and put them back on after about 15 minutes from instillation.

If you have taken more than the recommended dose of the medicine, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Overdose of the medicine may cause:

  • inhibition of the central nervous system,
  • drowsiness, decreased body temperature,
  • bradycardia (slow heart rate), decreased blood pressure,
  • apnea, coma.

After accidental ingestion of the medicine, common symptoms of overdose are:

  • pupil dilation, nausea, cyanosis;
  • increased body temperature, muscle cramps, tachycardia (rapid heart rate);
  • arrhythmias, cardiac arrest, increased blood pressure;
  • pulmonary edema, respiratory disorders, mental disorders.

Missing a Dose of Starazolin

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
If you have any further questions about using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible Side Effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Excessive use of the medicine (for too long or too often) may lead to eye pain or burning, reactive hyperemia, blurred vision, conjunctival irritation, or - rarely - pupil dilation. In individual cases, the medicine may cause systemic sympathomimetic effects (increased blood pressure, rapid heart rate, rapid breathing).
Common side effects (in less than 1 in 10 patients):

  • reactive hyperemia, burning of the mucous membranes, dryness of the mucous membranes, systemic effects (e.g., palpitations, headaches, tremors, weakness, excessive sweating, increased blood pressure).

Rare side effects (in less than 1 in 10,000 patients):

  • excessive conjunctival keratinization with closure of the lacrimal puncta and excessive tearing.

Blurred vision, conjunctival irritation, or rarely, pupil dilation may occur.
There is a risk, especially in newborns and children under 2 years of age, of symptoms related to the absorption of the medicine, including after its ingestion. The most important adverse reactions are: disorders of the central nervous system, such as increased blood pressure, arrhythmias, tachycardia (rapid heart rate), tachyarrhythmia (irregular heart rhythm), reactive bradycardia (slow heart rate).

Reporting Side Effects

If you experience any side effects, including those not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Drug Safety Monitoring of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products
Aleje Jerozolimskie 181C
02-222 Warsaw
Phone: +48 22 49 21 301
Fax: +48 22 49 21 309
Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
Side effects can also be reported to the marketing authorization holder.
By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. How to Store Starazolin

Do not store above 25°C.
Keep the medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
The medicine is suitable for use for 28 days after first opening the bottle.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the Pack and Other Information

What Starazolin Contains

  • The active substance is tetryzoline. Each ml of eye drops contains 0.5 mg of tetryzoline hydrochloride.
  • The other ingredients are: sodium chloride, disodium edetate, benzalkonium chloride, sodium tetraborate, boric acid, purified water.

What Starazolin Looks Like and Contents of the Pack

A polyethylene bottle containing 5 ml of eye drops, packaged in a cardboard box with 2 pieces.

Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer

Marketing Authorization Holder
Zakłady Farmaceutyczne POLPHARMA S.A.
ul. Pelplińska 19, 83-200 Starogard Gdański
phone: +48 22 364 61 01
Manufacturer
JADRAN-GALENSKI LABORATORIJ d.d.
Svilno 20, 51000 Rijeka
Croatia

Date of Last Revision of the Leaflet:

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Andrei Popov

General medicinePain medicine7 years of experience

Dr. Andrei Popov is a family physician with specialized training in the management of chronic pain. He provides video consultations for adults in Spain and across Europe: whether you have been living with pain for months that no one has been able to properly explain, or you need to resolve a health issue without waiting weeks for an appointment.

His approach is clear: to listen, organize your case, and provide you with a practical roadmap based on evidence-based medicine and adapted to your medical history and personal needs.

Pain: how he can help

  • Chronic pain (more than 3 months
  • Migraine and recurrent or high-intensity headaches
  •  Neck, lower back, back and joint pain
  •  Post-traumatic pain after injuries or surgeries
  •  Pain of neurological origin: neuralgia, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia

General medicine

  • Frequent respiratory infections (cold, flu, persistent cough)
  • Hypertension, diabetes and metabolic disorders
  • Review of laboratory tests and MRI/CT reports (explained in clear language)
  • Preventive medicine and health monitoring
  • Second opinions and treatment adjustments (when clinically appropriate)

What the consultation is like
 Each session lasts up to 30 minutes. We review symptoms, medical history, medications and any tests you provide, and you finish the consultation with a clear treatment plan, defined next steps, and criteria to understand when follow-up may be needed. If warning signs are detected, he will clearly advise whether you need in-person care or urgent medical attention.

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Nuno Tavares Lopes

Family medicineGeneral medicine18 years of experience

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes is a licensed physician in Portugal with 17 years of experience in emergency medicine, family and general practice, and public health. He is the Director of Medical and Public Health Services at an international healthcare network and serves as an external consultant for the WHO and ECDC.

  • Emergency care: infections, fever, chest/abdominal pain, minor injuries, paediatric emergencies
  • Family medicine: hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, chronic disease management
  • Travel medicine: pre-travel advice, vaccinations, fit-to-fly certificates, travel-related illnesses
  • Sexual and reproductive health: PrEP, STD prevention, counselling, treatment
  • Weight management and wellness: personalised weight loss programmes, lifestyle guidance
  • Skin and ENT issues: acne, eczema, allergies, rashes, sore throat, sinusitis
  • Pain management: acute and chronic pain, post-surgical care
  • Public health: prevention, health screenings, long-term monitoring
  • Sick leave (Baixa médica) connected to Segurança Social in Portugal
  • IMT medical certificates for driving licence exchange
Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Europe.

Dr. Lopes also provides interpretation of medical tests, follow-up care for complex patients, and multilingual support. Whether for urgent concerns or long-term care, he helps patients act with clarity and confidence.

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Hocine Lokchiri

General medicine21 years of experience

Dr. Hocine Lokchiri is a French consultant with over 20 years of experience in General and Emergency Medicine. He works with adults and children, helping patients with urgent symptoms, infections, sudden health changes and everyday medical concerns that require timely evaluation. His background includes clinical practice in France, Switzerland and the United Arab Emirates, which allows him to navigate different healthcare systems and manage a wide range of conditions with confidence. Patients value his calm, structured approach, clear explanations and evidence-based decision-making.

Online consultations with Dr. Lokchiri are suitable for many situations when someone needs quick medical guidance, reassurance or a clear next step. Common reasons for booking include:

  • fever, chills, fatigue and viral symptoms
  • cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, breathing discomfort
  • bronchitis and mild asthma flare-ups
  • nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, digestive infections
  • rashes, allergic reactions, redness, insect bites
  • muscle or joint pain, mild injuries, sprains
  • headache, dizziness, migraine symptoms
  • stress-related symptoms, sleep disturbances
  • questions about test results and treatment plans
  • management of chronic conditions in stable phases
Many patients reach out when symptoms appear suddenly and cause concern, when a child becomes unwell unexpectedly, when a rash changes or spreads, or when it’s unclear whether an in-person examination is necessary. His emergency medicine background is particularly valuable online, helping patients understand risk levels, identify warning signs and choose safe next steps.

Some situations are not suitable for online care. If a patient has loss of consciousness, severe chest pain, uncontrolled bleeding, seizures, major trauma or symptoms suggesting a stroke or heart attack, he will advise seeking immediate local emergency services. This improves safety and ensures patients receive the right level of care.

Dr. Lokchiri’s professional training includes:

  • Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
  • Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (BLS/ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
  • eFAST and critical care transthoracic echocardiography
  • aviation medicine
He is an active member of several professional organisations, including the French Society of Emergency Medicine (SFMU), the French Association for Emergency Physicians (AMUF) and the Swiss Society of Emergency and Rescue Medicine (SGNOR). In consultations, he works with clarity and precision, helping patients understand their symptoms, possible risks and the safest treatment options.
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Muhammad Tayyab Altaf

General medicine3 years of experience

Dr. Muhammad Tayyab Altaf is a primary care physician with extensive international experience, offering online consultations for adults and children. His background includes clinical practice in Policlinico San Matteo Hospital Pavia in Italy, Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, United States and other healthcare settings, allowing him to manage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions with confidence and clarity.

His clinical expertise spans multi-system conditions, preventive care and long-term management of chronic diseases. Dr. Altaf combines hands-on experience with a strong research background in both medical and surgical fields, enabling him to provide accurate assessments and structured, evidence-based treatment plans. Patients value his ability to explain diagnoses clearly, outline next steps and support them in making informed healthcare decisions.

Online consultations with Dr. Altaf are suitable for many everyday and acute situations where a timely medical opinion can help determine the safest next steps. He evaluates and treats conditions affecting the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, neurological, haematological and endocrine systems. Common examples include:

  • hypertension and other blood pressure issues
  • ischaemic heart disease and angina
  • asthma, COPD and emphysema
  • pneumonia and lung fibrosis
  • gastroenteritis and digestive infections
  • liver conditions, including alcohol-related disease
  • epilepsy, seizures and post-stroke symptoms
  • dementia and cognitive decline
  • anaemia and other haematological changes
  • diabetes, thyroid disorders and pituitary disease
Many patients reach out when they experience new or worsening symptoms, fluctuations in blood pressure, non-severe chest discomfort, breathing symptoms, digestive issues, suspected infections, chronic fatigue or concerns that affect daily life. He also helps patients understand test results, adjust existing treatment plans and navigate long-term health strategies safely and effectively.

When clinically appropriate, Dr. Altaf can also provide health and fitness certificates, including documentation required for physical activity, sports participation or gym use, based on the patient’s health status and medical indications.

Some conditions are not suitable for online care. Severe chest pain, loss of consciousness, uncontrolled bleeding, seizures, major trauma or symptoms suggesting a stroke or heart attack require immediate attention from local emergency services. Dr. Altaf prioritises patient safety and will guide you accordingly if your situation needs urgent in-person care.

In all consultations, Dr. Muhammad Tayyab Altaf focuses on clear communication, accurate diagnosis and patient-centred decision-making. His approach ensures that individuals and families feel informed, supported and confident in their next steps, no matter where they are.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for Starazolin?

Starazolin does not require a prescription in Poland. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

What is the active substance in Starazolin?

The active ingredient in Starazolin is tetryzoline. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

Who manufactures Starazolin?

Starazolin is manufactured by Jadran-Galenski laboratorij d.d.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

Which doctors can assess the use of Starazolin online?

Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether Starazolin is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.

How to buy Starazolin in Spain?

Spain has a well-developed healthcare infrastructure across major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. Pharmacies are widely available and operate under strict regulations, ensuring access to prescribed medications.

You can buy Starazolin in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, or Valencia at any local pharmacy with a valid prescription.

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What are the alternatives to Starazolin?

Other medicines with the same active substance (tetryzoline) include Starazolin Free, Starazolin redfree, Visine Classic. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.

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