Atrochlor D Eye Drop is a prescription medicine that is used for the treatment of inflammation in the eyes (uveitis). It helps in relieving pain, itching, discomfort, and irritation which are caused due to inflammation. It also has antibacterial property which help in preventing and controlling eye infections.

Atrochlor D Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Use of this medicine may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application in some people. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, rinse it with plenty of water.

Do not use this medicine if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine. To make sure it is safe for you, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after administering this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision.

Uses of Atrochlor D Eye Drop

Treatment of Uveitis

Benefits of Atrochlor D Eye Drop

In Treatment of Uveitis

Uveitis is swelling and redness in the inside of the eyes. It also causes severe pain in the eye and a blurred vision. If left untreated, it can damage the eye tissue, leading to permanent vision loss. Atrochlor D Eye Drop relaxes the muscles in the eye and gives relief from these symptoms. Taking Atrochlor D Eye Drop prevents further tissue damage and improves the eye health. Make sure you visit any eye care specialist for proper treatment. Treatment is important and can prevent serious complications.

Side effects of Atrochlor D Eye Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Atrochlor D

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Atrochlor D Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Atrochlor D Eye Drop works

Atrochlor D Eye Drop is a combination of three medicines: Atropine, Chloramphenicol and Dexamethasone. Atropine is an anticholinergic medicine which works by making the pupil of your eye larger and relax the muscles in your eye. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Atrochlor D Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Atrochlor D Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Atrochlor D Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Atrochlor D Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Atrochlor D Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Atrochlor D Eye Drop

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Quick tips

Atrochlor D Eye Drop is used for the treatment of uveitis.
You should wash your hands after using the eye drops and great care should be taken to avoid getting the product into the mouth.
To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
After applying Atrochlor D Eye Drop, close your eyes, and place one finger at the corner of your eye. Apply gentle pressure for 1 to 2 minutes before opening your eyes. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eye.
Do not wear contact lenses during treatment and for 24 hours after your last dose.
The eye drops should be discarded 4 weeks after the first opening.
Inform your doctor if you have been told you have a higher than normal pressure in your eye, or if you have glaucoma.
Atrochlor D Eye Drop may cause blurred vision which may last for some time. Make sure you can see clearly again before you drive and before you use tools or machines.

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Patient concerns

Uviitis due to herpes 30days ago

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Uveitis takes time to cure. Treatment is long

Treatment of ovaries. Already done cataract operation on both the eye. One eye is out of sight. Not ovaries. That is term u vaties according to the doctors of Assam. Some doctors called it scalerties.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Uveitis and scleritis are very different diseases. Send pic of your prescription

Opthamalogist has diagnosed it as uveitis. I m having pain n redness in right eye. When paining the eye is photosensitive. This problem started since last saturday n treatment ws started on wednesday since pain started that day Medicines prescribed are diamox 250, ciplox 250 twice a day. And tropicacyl plus thrice a day n gatilox dm every hour But as per doctor, the iris is still touching d front part of eye though there is no pain currently Wen will de respond

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Take treatment properly. Treatment is of long duration

I have been suffering from uveitis from the last 5 years. And it has not been cured till now. Just Tell me if there is any permanent cure to this disease or not. As the symptoms i can see the black floaters from my eyes permanently which are not going away. I am steroid responder also.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

U have to use steroid sparing drugs. It can be controlled with medications. Visit retina specialist

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References

MedInida. Atropine Sulphate, Chloramphenicol, Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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