Overview
Uses and benefits
Side effects
How to use
How drug works
Safety advice
Missed dose
All substitutes
Quick tips
Fact box
FAQs

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MD Pharmacology, MBBS

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Opticlear 0.01% Eye Drop

Prescription Required

Marketer

Swastik Life Sciences

SALT COMPOSITION

Naphazoline (0.01% w/v)

Storage

Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Opticlear 0.01% 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.

Opticlear 0.01% 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 Opticlear Eye Drop

Eye Irritation

Benefits of Opticlear Eye Drop

In Eye Irritation

Opticlear 0.01% Eye Drop is used to relieve eye irritation, such as redness, discomfort, and minor inflammation often caused by dust, smoke, or allergies. It works by narrowing the blood vessels in the eyes, which helps reduce redness and provides quick soothing relief from irritation.

Side effects of Opticlear 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 Opticlear

Dilatation of pupil

How to use Opticlear 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 Opticlear Eye Drop works

Opticlear 0.01% 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

The safety of Opticlear 0.01% Eye Drop during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Opticlear 0.01% Eye Drop may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

UNSAFE

Opticlear 0.01% Eye Drop may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Opticlear Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Opticlear 0.01% 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

Opticlear 0.01% Eye Drop should be used as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
You have been prescribed Opticlear 0.01% Eye Drop to reduce eye irritation.
For best results use Opticlear 0.01% Eye Drop exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Remove contact lenses before using Opticlear 0.01% 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

Naphthalene derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Sympathomimetics- Alpha-1 (Nasal)

FAQs

Is Opticlear 0.01% Eye Drop safe?

Opticlear 0.01% Eye Drop is safe if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

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