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Lacrimist Eye Ointment 5 gm in 1 tube

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Lacrimist Eye Ointment is a product of Nri Vision Care India Limited
Composition: Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (2% w/w)

Pack of 5 gm

₹ 57.40

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All Details About Lacrimist Eye Ointment

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lacrimist Eye Ointment

Description:

Lacrimist Eye Ointment is an eye lubricant or artificial tears used to relieve dry eyes. This can happen because not enough tears are made to keep the eye lubricated. It helps to soothe the irritation and burning seen in dry eyes by maintaining proper lubrication of the eyes.

Lacrimist Eye Ointment is usually taken when needed. Employ the number of drops as advised by your doctor. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering any other medication in the same eye to avoid dilution. Do not use a bottle if the seal is broken before you open it. Forever wash your hands and do not touch the end of the dropper. This could infect your eye. This medicine may require long-term use and can be taken safely for as long as you need it.

The most common side effects of using this medicine are blurred or altered vision, and sometimes pain in the eye. Let your doctor know if you experience these symptoms but they are usually temporary. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you are sure you can do it safely. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or if the side effects bother you.

This medicine is not likely to affect or be affected by other medicines you use but tell your doctor if you have ever had glaucoma. Lacrimist Eye Ointment is suitable for use with all types of contact lens.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Lacrimist

  • Blurred vision
  • Eye irritation
  • Eye pain
  • Eye redness
  • Foreign body sensation in eyes

Warning & Precautions:

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

FAQs:

Q. What is Lacrimist Eye Ointment?

Lacrimist Eye Ointment belongs to a class of medicines called eye lubricants or artificial tears. It is available as eye drops. It is used to soothe irritation, burning and discomfort of dry eye conditions. One may experience such conditions because of deficient tear production, infrequent blinking, smoke, wind, pollution, extended use of computer screen or television, medical treatment or dry atmospheric conditions. Lacrimist Eye Ointment may also be used to aid insertion of lenses or to make the lenses more comfortable while wearing.

Q. Is Lacrimist Eye Ointment effective?

Lacrimist Eye Ointment is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Lacrimist Eye Ointment too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. How should Lacrimist Eye Ointment be used?

If you are using it for dry eyes, instil 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed. If you are using it to lubricate soft and rigid gas-permeable lenses, apply 1 to 2 drops to each eye with the lenses on as needed or as directed by your doctor. Blink several times after pouring the drops. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.

Q. In which conditions is the use of Lacrimist Eye Ointment avoided?

Employ of Lacrimist Eye Ointment should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Lacrimist Eye Ointment or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Lacrimist Eye Ointment for the first time, consult your doctor.

Q. What are the side effects of Lacrimist Eye Ointment?

You may experience visual disturbances and eye discharge while using this medicine. Some other side effects of this medicine include redness of the eye, eye irritation, burning and discomfort, eyelid swelling and itching of the eye. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult your doctor.

Q. How should Lacrimist Eye Ointment be stored?

Store at or below 25°C and out of the reach of children. Do not touch the tip of the container to any surface or eye(s), Replace the cap after every use. Remember not to use the eye drops after the expiry date or after 30 days of opening it.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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