Viscomet Eye Drops 5ml

INTRODUCTION VISCOMET contain Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose which belongs to a group of medicine called artificial tears. It is used to relieve dry eye conditions (e.g. condition associated with the use of visual display units, infrequent blinking, certain medical treatments, atmospheric pollution and drying atmospheres e.g. air-conditioning, central heating, wind and sun). It is also used to moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes. It works by similar, to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye. Always take VISCOMET exactly as your doctor has told you. Check the label for directions before use. Before using this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine, since it may cause temporary blurred vision, any visual disturbance. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. The common side effects are vision blurred, eye pain, foreign body sensation in eyes, eye irritation, redness of eye. USES OF VISCOMET Relieve dry eye conditions Moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes HOW VISCOMET WORKS VISCOMET works by similar, to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye. DIRECTIONS FOR USE Always take VISCOMET exactly as your doctor has told you. Check the label for directions before use. SIDE EFFECTS OF VISCOMET COMMON Vision blurred Eye pain Foreign body sensation in eyes Eye irritation Redness of eye HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS Eye pain: Place a cold washcloth over your closed eyes two to three times a day for five minutes. Eye irritation: Wear sunglasses when you go outside. Rinse your eyes with preservative-free saline water or apply a cold, wet wash cloth. Take out your contact lenses. Don’t rub your eyes. WARNING & PRECAUTIONS PREGNANCY VISCOMET should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. BREASTFEEDING VISCOMET should be used with caution in breast feeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINES Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine, since it may cause temporary blurred vision, any visual disturbance. ALLERGY Do not take VISCOMET if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose or any other ingredients in this medicine. OTHERS Tell your doctor, if you: Are wearing contact lenses Have headache or eye pain INTERACTIONS Tell your doctor if you are using any other type of eye products. SYNOPSIS Drug :   Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Pharmacological Category :   Artificial tears Therapeutic Indication :   Relieve dry eye conditions, Moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes Dosage Forms :   Drops, Eye drops, Gel, Eye Gel, Injection, Prefilled syringe, Nasal spray, Solution MORE INFORMATION Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children. FAQs ABOUT VISCOMET Is VISCOMET effective? Yes. It is effective if used in the correct dose and duration directed by your doctor. How should VISCOMET be stored? Store below 25°C and Keep out of reach of children. What are the uses of VISCOMET? It is used to relieve dry eye conditions and moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes. REFERENCES 1. Theresa Nguyen and Robert Latkany. Review of hydroxypropyl cellulose ophthalmic inserts for treatment of dry eye. US National Library of Medicines, National Institutes of Health. 11 May 2011. [Accessed 19 Nov 2020] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3102590/ 2. FDC International Ltd; Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC); [Revised on Jun 2020] [Accessed 19 Nov 2020] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.457.pdf PRODUCT DETAILS Net Qty 1 N Ingredient HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE(HPMC) 2% Hsn Code 30049099 Show more