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Font Eye Drop


Product introduction

Font Eye Drop is a prescription medicine used to treat symptoms of dry eyes. It lubricates the eyes helps in maintaining the moisture of the eyes. This way it provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort caused by dry eyes. It also reduces redness and swelling of the eye.

Font Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Do not use too much or too little. Use it in the exact dose as prescribed by the doctor or as instructed in the label. 
Use of this medicine may cause irritation and discomfort immediately after instilling. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.
Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Font Eye Drop

Benefits of Font 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. Font Eye Drop adds moisture to your eyes and keeps them lubricated. This gives relief from burning sensation and discomfort due to dryness of the eyes. Font Eye Drop also prevents infection in the eye. If you wear soft contact lenses, you should remove them before applying Font Eye Drop.

Side effects of Font 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 Font

  • Eye irritation
  • Eye discomfort
  • Blurred vision

How to use Font 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 Font Eye Drop works

Font Eye Drop is a combination of three medicines: Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp), Povidone Iodine and Chlorbutol which treat dry eyes. Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) is a lubricating medicine similar to normal tears. It provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye. Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic. Chlorbutol is a preservative.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Font Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Font Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Font 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 Font Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Font Eye Drop, 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.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Font Eye Drop to reduce dryness in the eyes.
  • To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eye.
  • Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
  • Try to keep your environment less dry by reducing excessive use of room heaters or using a humidifier.
  • Wear glasses or sunglasses to protect your eyes from wind and dust when out in a hot, dry climate.
  • Rest your eyes by taking regular breaks if you spend long periods in front of a screen.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL

Patient concerns

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Dr. Pranay Gandhi
Sexology
Wash face with soap and water 4-5 times a day. Font apply any cream or powder on Ur face. Drink 3-4 liters of water daily.
Sir I am unable to sit for a few minutes erectly and I have neck pain also. So I have contacted a orthopedic surgeon, he advised me to use Cryptomeria 10 mg daily at 6.00pm. I have a doubt while this medicine is used for treating depression related issues, why this doctor suggested me to use this. Please explain.
Dr. Akshat Goel
Orthopaedics
I cannot tell about Why he gave you this medicine I think you font need it do hot fomentation of neck and apply Dynapar QPS spray and take Tab Myospas-D thrice daily and Tab Flotrip-forte thrice daily for 5 days
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References

  1. ScienceDirect. Polyvinyl Alcohol. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Povidone Iodine. Watchmoor Park, Camberley Surrey: Bausch & Lomb U.K Limited.; 2012 [revised 26 Oct. 2017]. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Drug Information System. Chlorbutol. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Country of origin: India

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