Recupred Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicine called steroids. It is used for the treatment of redness and swelling in the eyes caused by infection or allergy. It provides relief from redness, itchiness and soreness by stopping the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Never use Recupred Eye Drop if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it and shake the bottle well before each use. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor. Stopping the medication before time may allow the bacteria to continue their growth, which may result in the return of the infection.

The most common side effects of Recupred Eye Drop are burning sensation, irritation, watery eye, or blur the vision temporarily. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, do not drive until your vision is clear.

Uses of Recupred Ophthalmic Suspension

Treatment of Redness and swelling in the eye

Benefits of Recupred Ophthalmic Suspension

In Treatment of Redness and swelling in the eye

Recupred Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes due to an infection, allergy or even after an operation of the eyes. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause 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 Recupred Ophthalmic Suspension

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 Recupred

Burning sensation
Eye irritation
Watery eyes
Blurred vision
Reduction in bone density
Upset stomach
Behavioral changes
Mood changes
Weight gain

How to use Recupred Ophthalmic Suspension

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 Recupred Ophthalmic Suspension works

Recupred Eye Drop is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Recupred 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

Recupred Eye Drop is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Recupred Eye Drop may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Recupred Eye Drop to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
Do not use Recupred Eye Drop for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
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.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Recupred Eye Drop. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
Do not stop taking Recupred Eye Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Glucocorticoids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Patient concerns

Madras eye symptoms & treatment?

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Redness, swelling pain and wateringAntibiotics along with lubricant eye drops given

Eye redness,itching and swelling

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

It could be conjunctivitis get your eye examination by doctor

Can any of these medicines (or both of these ) 1. Cefprozil 250 (taken twice a day) 2. Itrox 100 (itraconazole) Cause itching or irritation in eyes ? I am allergic to ciploz It caused swelling in my eyes a few years ago Also Are Patanjali eyedrops beneficial for dry eyes

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Anyone can be allergic to any medicine . If swelling redness along with itching present it can be allergy visit doctor for eye examination

Sever cough and cold eye swelling redness of nose and eye

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of patient?s symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Patient may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs.

FAQs

Q. What is Recupred Eye Drop? What is it used for?

Recupred Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called steroids, also known as corticosteroids. It is used to relieve swelling, itchiness, and redness of the eyes that may be caused due to infection.

Q. Is Recupred Eye Drop effective?

Recupred Eye Drop 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 Recupred Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Recupred Eye Drop?

No, you should not stop using Recupred Eye Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor. Your symptoms may improve and you may feel better before the infection is completely cleared. Still, it is advised to complete the full course of treatment. Stopping the medication too early may worsen your symptoms and your infection may return. It could also allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.

Q. In which conditions should the use of Recupred Eye Drop be avoided?

Use of Recupred Eye Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Recupred Eye Drop or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Recupred Eye Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Recupred Eye Drop?

Keep Recupred Eye Drop in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.

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