Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop
Product introduction
Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop is an eye lubricant used in the treatment of dry eyes. It is used as artificial tears to maintain necessary lubrication and prevent symptoms such as pain, discomfort, and irritation that can be caused by dry eyes.
Use Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop 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. Use regularly and continue for as long as the doctor has prescribed the medicine.
It is usually safe with little or no side effects. However, in some people, it may cause stinging, itching, irritation, or blurred vision immediately after instilling. If these symptoms persist for a longer duration, consult your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose or mouth, rinse it thoroughly with clean water.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are allergic to this medicine or taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after use of this medicine in case you experience symptoms that can affect your ability to drive.
Uses of Systane Eye Drop
Benefits of Systane Eye Drop
In Treatment of Dry eyes
Dry eyes is a condition in which your eyes do not produce enough tears to keep them moist. It can be caused by sitting in front of the computer for a long time, certain medications or environmental conditions. Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop helps in retaining the moisture on the eye’s surface and keeps them lubricated. This provides relief from burning sensation and discomfort due to dryness of the eyes.
Side effects of Systane 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 Systane
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Blurred vision
How to use Systane 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 Systane Eye Drop works
Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop forms a protective layer over mucous membranes to relieve inflammation and/or irritation. Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop acts as humectant as It holds up to three times its own weight in water.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Systane Complete Lubricant 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop 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 Systane Eye Drop?
If you miss a dose of Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop is for ophthalmic use only.
- Do not use it if this product changes color or if you are sensitive to any ingredient in Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop.
- When using Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop, do not touch the tip of the container to any surface to avoid contamination, and replace the cap after each use.
- Stop using Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop or ask your doctor if you experience any of the following: -Changes in vision -Eye pain -Redness or irritation of eye
- Keep Systane Complete Lubricant Eye Drop out of reach of children.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Polyols derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Viscoelastic agents
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Address: 54/1, Boodhihal, Nelamangala, Bangalore, -562123, Karnataka, India
Country of origin: United states
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