Serious adverse events possible if children accidentally ingest OTC eye drops, nasal sprays

We tend to think of over-the-counter products such as eye drops and nasal sprays as safe, without any potential for harm. This is not the case; the FDA has warned the public that accidental ingestion by children of OTC redness-reducing eye drops and nasal decongestant sprays can result in serious harm.
The nasal sprays and eye drops that have been implicated in the cases of accidental ingestion contain the active ingredients tetrahydrozoline, oxymetazoline or naphazoline. These products are sold under various brand names, as store brands and as generics.
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