Ocucel Eye Drop
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Product introduction
Ocucel Eye Drop is sympathomimetic (alpha receptor agonist) used in the treatment of eye irritation. It provides relief from eye redness and discomfort by restoring the normal blood flow to the eyes.
Ocucel Eye Drop is for external use only. Follow the instructions given by your doctor and use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit. You should gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid and wipe off extra liquid. Always wash your hands and do not touch the end of the dropper. This could infect your eye. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Never use a bottle if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time.
Dilatation of pupil is the most common side effect of this medicine. However, an overdose may cause a stinging or burning sensation and blurred vision. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You are advised to avoid driving until you know how the drug affects you or must consult with the doctor if the condition does not improve within 24 hours.
Before using this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma, any other eye disease, or if you have heart disease or have high blood pressure. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding at the start of the treatment.
Ocucel Eye Drop is for external use only. Follow the instructions given by your doctor and use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit. You should gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid and wipe off extra liquid. Always wash your hands and do not touch the end of the dropper. This could infect your eye. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Never use a bottle if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time.
Dilatation of pupil is the most common side effect of this medicine. However, an overdose may cause a stinging or burning sensation and blurred vision. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You are advised to avoid driving until you know how the drug affects you or must consult with the doctor if the condition does not improve within 24 hours.
Before using this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma, any other eye disease, or if you have heart disease or have high blood pressure. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding at the start of the treatment.
Uses of Ocucel Eye Drop
Benefits of Ocucel Eye Drop
In Eye Irritation
Ocucel Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms of eye irritation such as redness, swelling, itching and watering of the eyes. This medicine works by improving the blood supply of the eyes and this heals inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.
Side effects of Ocucel 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 Ocucel
- Dilatation of pupil
How to use Ocucel 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 Ocucel Eye Drop works
Ocucel Eye Drop narrows the blood vessels in the eye, thereby reducing redness and swelling.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ocucel Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ocucel Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ocucel 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 Ocucel Eye Drop?
If you miss a dose of Ocucel Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Ocucel Eye Drop should be used as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- You have been prescribed Ocucel Eye Drop to reduce eye irritation.
- For best results use Ocucel Eye Drop exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
- Remove contact lenses before using Ocucel Eye Drop and allow at least 15 minutes before wearing them again.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- It may cause temporary itching in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Imidazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Sympthatomimmetics- alpha 1 (Nasal)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Ocucel Eye Drop safe?
Ocucel Eye Drop is safe if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
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