Siotears Eye Drop
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye prep
.1% w/v
Albert David Ltd.
| Pack size | 5ml |
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| Retail Price | 176.15 NPR |
Indications
Siotears Eye Drop is used for:
Dry Eyes. For the temporary relief of burning, irritation and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun.
Adult Dose
For drops/gels: Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed.
Child Dose
Safety and efficacy not established
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any ingredient of this formulation.
Precautions
For external use only. If you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye or if your symptoms continue for more than 3 days or become worse, check with your doctor.
Lactation
Unknown if distributed in human breast milk; unlikely to be absorbed systemically
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye prep :
Vision may be temporarily blurred when this product is first used. Also, minor burning/stinging/irritation may temporarily occur.
Mechanism of Action
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium are polymer in nature. It is a clear and colorless aqueous solution. This medication lubricates the surface of the eye in the same way as natural tears. Relieves the symptoms of dry eye in two ways. Firstly it provides lubricating and hydrating protective shield on the ocular surface of the eye and then it works below the tear film to provide protection to the cornea.
Note
Siotears .1% w/v Eye Drop manufactured by Albert David Ltd.. Its generic name is Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye prep. Siotears is availble in Nepal.
Farmaco Nepal drug index information on Siotears Eye Drop is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.