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Eco Tears 5 mg Injection

Manufactured byIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsCarboxymethyl Cellulose
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Eco Tears 5 mg Injection is used to relieve burning, itching, and discomfort of eyes caused due to dryness or exposure to the sun or the wind. Eco Tears 5 mg Injection rarely shows any side effects. You may experience eye pain and irritation while using Eco Tears 5 mg Injection. These side effects are often temporary and go away on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects are getting persistent or worse. Eco Tears 5 mg Injection eye drops, eye gel, eye ointment and eye injection may cause some visual disturbances. Therefore, do not perform activities like driving vehicles or operating machines after using these medicines. Eco Tears 5 mg Injection is available in many forms. Eye drops, eye gels and eye ointments are topically applied to your eyes for treating dry eyes. Eye injections are administered by qualified healthcare professionals in a hospital/clinic to treat dry eyes. Eco Tears 5 mg Injection is not recommended if you are allergic to them. Consult your doctor if you wear contact lenses before using Eco Tears 5 mg Injection eye medicines. Eco Tears 5 mg Injection is usually safe to be used if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Eco Tears 5 mg Injection

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Eco Tears 5 mg Injection

Visual disturbances

Eye irritation

Eye pain

Uses of Eco Tears 5 mg Injection

What is it prescribed for?

Dry eyes

A dry eye is a common condition where your tears cannot provide sufficient lubrication for your eyes. Eco Tears 5 mg Injection gel, eye drops, eye ointment and injection are used to temporarily relieve burning, irritation, and pricking sensation of the eyes due to dryness.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The effect of Eco Tears 5 mg Injection can be seen immediately after application.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which Eco Tears 5 mg Injection remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Eco Tears 5 mg Injection.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Eco Tears 5 mg Injection is considered safe for use by pregnant women. However, it must be used only after consulting your doctor.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Eco Tears 5 mg Injection is considered safe for use by breastfeeding women.

Allergy

Avoid using Eco Tears 5 mg Injection if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as severe itching, redness, eye irritation, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Eco Tears 5 mg Injection is considered safe for use by pregnant women. However, it must be used only after consulting your doctor.

Breast-feeding

Eco Tears 5 mg Injection is considered safe for use by breastfeeding women.

General warnings

External use

Eco Tears 5 mg Injection eye drops, gel and ointment should be used for external application only on your eyes.

Blurring of vision

Eco Tears 5 mg Injection may cause short-term blurring of vision, pain/irritation/discomfort in the eyes. If you experience such symptoms, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines.

Contamination of container

To avoid contamination, do not touch the tip of the container to any surface. Close the cap after using Eco Tears 5 mg Injection. Appropriate precautions should be taken to prevent the contamination of the container.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Eco Tears 5 mg Injection as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

As Eco Tears 5 mg Injection is for external use only, the chance of an overdose is unlikely. However, do not use more than the prescribed dose. Also, the internal consumption of this medicine should be avoided.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Use Eco Tears 5 mg Injection as per the instructions present on the label. For Eco Tears 5 mg Injection eye gel, ointment and drops: Wash your hands before and after using this eye medicine. Avoid touching the tip of the tube against your eye or other surfaces. Close the cover of the bottle after administration to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the tube tip. Do not use Eco Tears 5 mg Injection for more than 30 days after breaking the seal. Avoid using Eco Tears 5 mg Injection if the solution is cloudy or the colour has changed.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Eco Tears 5 mg Injection eye medicines act by providing temporary lubrication to the eyes. Eco Tears 5 mg Injection patches absorb the pus and oil from your acne to dry them off. Eco Tears 5 mg Injection powder acts as an adhesive for fixing your dentures.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Ophthalmic lubricants and irrigations

Schedule

OTC

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