Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution is an eye lubricant or artificial tears used to relieve dry eyes. This can happen because not enough tears are made to keep the eye lubricated. It helps to soothe the irritation and burning seen in dry eyes by maintaining proper lubrication of the eyes.
Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution is usually taken when needed. Use the number of drops as advised by your doctor. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering any other medication in the same eye to avoid dilution. Do not use a bottle if the seal is broken before you open it. Always wash your hands and do not touch the end of the dropper. This could infect your eye. This medicine may require long-term use and can be taken safely for as long as you need it.
The most common side effects of using this medicine are blurred or altered vision, and sometimes pain in the eye. Let your doctor know if you experience these symptoms but they are usually temporary. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you are sure you can do it safely. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or if the side effects bother you.
This medicine is not likely to affect or be affected by other medicines you use but tell your doctor if you have ever had glaucoma. Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution is suitable for use with all types of contact lens.
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 Hydrovisc
Blurred vision
Eye irritation
Eye pain
Eye redness
Foreign body sensation in eyes
How to use Hydrovisc Ophthalmic Solution
This medicine is for external use only. Take 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 extra liquid.
How Hydrovisc Ophthalmic Solution works
Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution is a lubricant. It works similar to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Hydrovisc Ophthalmic Solution?
If you miss a dose of Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution, 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.
Your doctor has prescribed Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution to treat dry eye disease.
It stabilizes the natural tear film and maintains necessary lubrication so your eyes don’t get dry and irritated.
May require long-term use.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution of this medicine.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 minutes. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Your doctor has prescribed Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution to treat dry eye disease.
It stabilizes the natural tear film and maintains necessary lubrication so your eyes don’t get dry and irritated.
May require long-term use.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution of this medicine.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 minutes. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Oligosaccharides.
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Tear Substitutes
Patient concerns
Hi I took LASIK one year back but I'm facing constant headache and severe dry eyes Also I tried eye drops like Systems Ultra and Option Fusion nothing works
Hello doctor,I am a student so I sleep late and I rarely get a sleep of more than 7 hours and there's significant usage of phone while I'm awake. My eyesight seems to be normal but when I wake up in the morning, my eyelids are heavy and I find it difficult to keep my eyes open and there is minor irritation in the eyes. It goes away as the day progresses and after I wash my eyes properly in the morning. Please let me know what could be the problem and what medicine should I take to counter it. Thanks a lot :)
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
It cud be because of dry eyes. . Use eyedrop refresh tears 4 times a day
my previous doctors prescribed flogel, loc tears, systane ultra, restasis etc. But foreign body sensation still persists after using abovementioned medicines for 6 months. Its difficult to stay nearby glowing bulbs. Plz help.
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
The treatment is of dry eyes and it's OK. Visit eye doctor again for examination
i ordered for OPTIVE FUSION 5 MG EYE DROP and chemist offered me OPTIVE 5 MG EYE DROP, can i choose the same or should i go for only optive fusion is there any difference both eye drop as both are subsitute of each other.
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
If eyes are too dry. . Optive fusion is better. For mild cases optive will suffice
Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution belongs to a class of medicines called eye lubricants or artificial tears. It is available as eye drops. It is used to soothe irritation, burning and discomfort of dry eye conditions. One may experience such conditions because of deficient tear production, infrequent blinking, smoke, wind, pollution, extended use of computer screen or television, medical treatment or dry atmospheric conditions. Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution may also be used to aid insertion of lenses or to make the lenses more comfortable while wearing.
Q. Is Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution effective?
Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How should Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution be used?
If you are using it for dry eyes, instil 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed. If you are using it to lubricate soft and rigid gas-permeable lenses, apply 1 to 2 drops to each eye with the lenses on as needed or as directed by your doctor. Blink several times after pouring the drops. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Q. In which conditions is the use of Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution avoided?
Use of Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What are the side effects of Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution?
You may experience visual disturbances and eye discharge while using this medicine. Some other side effects of this medicine include redness of the eye, eye irritation, burning and discomfort, eyelid swelling and itching of the eye. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult your doctor.
Q. How should Hydrovisc PFS Ophthalmic Solution be stored?
Store at or below 25°C and out of the reach of children. Do not touch the tip of the container to any surface or eye(s), Replace the cap after every use. Remember not to use the eye drops after the expiry date or after 30 days of opening it.
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