Oculotect

How does it work?

These eye drops are a form of artificial tears. They do not contain any pharmacologically active ingredients as such, but do contain povidone, which is a non-irritant water-soluble polymer. Povidone is used to lubricate and moisten the surface of the eyeball in the same way as natural tears. The drops can therefore be used to relieve the pain and irritation of dry eyes. The contents of each single dose unit are sufficient to administer one drop into both the left and right eye.

What is it used for?

Dry eye conditions

Warning!

This medicine may cause your vision to blur temporarily after you have applied it into your eye. Do not drive or operate machinery until this has worn off.

This medicine is not to be taken by mouth.

Each dosage unit is for single use only and should be discarded immediately after use. Do not save the unused contents, as they do not contain a preservative and so will not keep.

Not to be used in

Known sensitivity or allergy to any ingredient

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

The safety of this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

Eye irritation

Blurred vision after application

Temporary burning or sticky sensation in the eye

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

How can this medicine affect other medicines?

If you are using more than one type of eye drop you should administer them at least five minutes apart, to prevent the second drop from washing away the first. Oculotect should always be used last.

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