Topical alpha-1 adrenergic agonists are used to relieve symptoms of cold like runny nose, nasal congestion, and redness in the eye. Hence they’re called topical decongestants. Naphazoline is an alpha-1/2 adrenergic agonist and is used topically sometimes along with other over–the–counter medications like antihistamines. The side effects of naphazoline include hypertension and tachycardia, so it is really important to counsel patients about the risk of decreasing the efficacy of their antihypertensive medications.
The correct answer is A
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