Zycrom Eye Drop

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS

Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:05 PM (IST)

Zycrom Eye Drop is a medicine used to treat allergic eye diseases. It helps provide relief from allergy symptoms such as inflammation (redness and swelling), itchiness, and watery eyes.

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General Information

Contains

Sodium Cromoglycate (4% w/v)

Marketer

Choroid Laboratories

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Zycrom 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.

It is generally safe to use, but you might experience a stinging sensation on application. If these bother you or you experience any other side effects, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

Do not use this medicine, if you have an eye problem (glaucoma) and untreated eye infection. 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. This medicine is usually not safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding, ask from the doctor if required.

Uses of Zycrom Eye Drop

Allergic eye disease

Benefits of Zycrom Eye Drop

Allergic eye disease
If you miss a dose of Zycrom Eye Drop, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not apply extra to make up for a missed dose.

Side effects of Zycrom 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 Zycrom

Stinging sensation

How to use Zycrom 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 Zycrom Eye Drop works

Zycrom Eye Drop is a mast cell stabilizer. It works on certain cells in the body (mast cells) to prevent them from releasing substances that cause allergic symptoms such as red, itchy and watery eyes.

All substitutes for Zycrom Eye Drop

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Cromogat Forte Eye Drop

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Zycrom Eye Drop to treat inflammation (redness and swelling) due to allergies of the eye.
It treats long-term allergies such as perinneal (throughout the year) or seasonal eye allergies.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zycrom Eye Drop is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Zycrom Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Zycrom Eye Drop may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
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Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

What is Zycrom Eye Drop used for?

Zycrom Eye Drop is used to relieve eye allergy symptoms, such as red, itchy, stinging, or watery eyes, caused by conditions like pollen allergy or seasonal conjunctivitis.

How long does it take for Zycrom Eye Drop to work?

The exact time Zycrom Eye Drop takes to work is not known. However, most people start to notice symptom relief within a few days of regular use, but in some cases, it may take several weeks for full improvement.

Is it safe to use other eye medications with Zycrom Eye Drop?

If you are using other eye drops along with Zycrom Eye Drop, wait at least 15 minutes between each medication to avoid interactions. Always follow your doctor’s instructions when using multiple eye treatments.

What precautions should I take while using Zycrom Eye Drop?

While using Zycrom Eye Drop, you should avoid touching the medicine tip to your eye or any surface to prevent contamination. Store the medicine in a cool, dark place, and do not use the medicine longer than four weeks after opening the pack.

Can Zycrom Eye Drop affect my vision or ability to drive?

Right after using Zycrom Eye Drop, you may experience temporary blurred vision. Wait until your vision clears before driving or operating machinery.

Can I stop using Zycrom Eye Drop if my eyes feel better?

Do not stop the treatment suddenly without your doctor’s advice, even if you feel better or your symptoms improve. There may be a chance that your allergy symptoms persist. Stopping too soon may cause symptoms to return if you are still exposed to allergens.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Chromones

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Mast Cell Stabilizers

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Marketer details

Name: Choroid Laboratories
Address: Surya Nagar Market, Vikhroli (West), Mumbai, Maharashtra, INDIA

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Zycrom Eye Drop

Benefits of Zycrom Eye Drop

Side effects of Zycrom Eye Drop

How to use Zycrom Eye Drop

How Zycrom Eye Drop works

All substitutes for Zycrom Eye Drop

Cromogat Forte Eye Drop

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Zycrom Eye Drop used for?

How long does it take for Zycrom Eye Drop to work?

Is it safe to use other eye medications with Zycrom Eye Drop?

What precautions should I take while using Zycrom Eye Drop?

Can Zycrom Eye Drop affect my vision or ability to drive?

Can I stop using Zycrom Eye Drop if my eyes feel better?

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

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