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Product introduction

Zinkar Eye Drop is a medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria in the eyes. This way it relieves the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.

Zinkar Eye Drop is to be used as per the label instructions or as suggested by your doctor. This medicine must be instilled only to the affected eye. Use it regularly to get the most benefit from the medicine. The course of the medicine should be completed even if you feel better. You must wash your hands before administering the medicine. Do not use it more than the recommended dose.

Generally, this is a safe medicine. However, it may cause some mild and temporary side effects like eye discomfort, eye irritation, and burning sensation in the eye. Consult your doctor if any side effects persist or worry you. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.

Before using it, tell your doctor if you have an underlying disease or are taking medicines for any health condition. The medicines that are used externally usually do not get affected by other medicines, however, you should let your doctor know if you are taking any medicines to ensure safety. Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. While on the treatment, you should not touch or rub your eyes as this may aggravate the infection. Also, you can avoid or reduce screen time and use goggles when you out in the sun or in crowded or public areas. These steps may ensure a faster recovery of the condition.

Uses of Zinkar Eye Drop

Benefits of Zinkar Eye Drop

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Zinkar Eye Drop is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes such as conjunctivitis or pink eye. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve swelling, redness, itching, or irritation in the eyes. Use it 2-3 times a day for at least a week or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using Zinkar Eye Drop. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Zinkar 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 Zinkar

  • Eye irritation
  • Stinging sensation
  • Burning sensation in eye

How to use Zinkar 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 Zinkar Eye Drop works

Zinkar Eye Drop is a combination of five medicines: Sulphacetamide, Boric Acid, Zinc Sulfate, Phenylephrine and Naphazoline. Sulphacetamide is an antibiotic. It stops bacteria from producing folic acid, a vitamin required for bacterial multiplication. Boric Acid and Zinc Sulfate are antiseptics which treat bacterial infection in the eye and relieve irritation. Phenylephrine and Naphazoline are decongestants which narrow the blood vessels in the eye, thereby reducing inflammation (redness and swelling).

Safety advice

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

If you miss a dose of Zinkar 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 Zinkar Eye Drop to treat bacterial infections of the eye.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
  • 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.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • Burning sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer. 

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No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL

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References

  1. ScienceDirect. Boric Acid. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Drugs.com. Zinc Sulphate. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Mayo Clinic. Phenylephrine. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. ScienceDirect. Naphazoline. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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