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Ocurest Plus Eye Drops
Manufactured byCENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
ContainsNaphazoline (0.05 %w/v) + Carboxymethyl Cellulose (0.5 %w/v) + Menthol (0.005 %w/v) + Camphor (0.01 %w/v) + Phenylephrine (0.12 %w/v)
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Description
Ocurest Plus Eye Drops is a combination medicine of Naphazoline, Carboxymethyl Cellulose, Menthol, Camphor and Phenylephrine. It is used to treat allergic conditions affecting your eyes. It helps to relieve symptoms such as itchiness, redness, burning sensation, discomfort due to minor eye irritation.
Ocurest Plus Eye Drops may cause side effects like blurred vision, burning sensation in your eyes, eye pain, etc. These side effects are mild and usually subside with time. However, consult your doctor if these effects persist or worsen. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience these symptoms after administering this medicine.
Ocurest Plus Eye Drops should be administered as directed by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after using this medicine. Avoid touching the tip of the bottle against your eye or other surfaces to prevent contamination. Use this medicine for the recommended duration for better results.
Ocurest Plus Eye Drops should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are instilling any other medicines in your eyes or if you have any other eye problems. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before administering this medication.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Ocurest Plus Eye Drops
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Ocurest Plus Eye Drops
Blurred vision
Burning sensation of eyes
Headache
Dizziness
Eye pain
Eye irritation
Uses of Ocurest Plus Eye Drops
What is it prescribed for?
Allergic conjunctivitis
Allergic conjunctivitis is the inflammation (swelling) of your conjunctiva (the clear tissue that covers the white part of your eye and the inner surface of your eyelids) due to allergy. Symptoms may include redness, itchiness of your eyes and increased tears. Ocurest Plus Eye Drops is used in the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis. This medicine is also used in relieving symptoms occurring due to other allergic eye problems.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time required by Ocurest Plus Eye Drops to show its effect is not clinically known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration for which Ocurest Plus Eye Drops remains effective is not clinically known.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 have been reported with Ocurest Plus Eye Drops.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
It is not known whether Ocurest Plus Eye Drops is safe for use during pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known whether Ocurest Plus Eye Drops passes into breastmilk. Hence this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
Allergy
Avoid Ocurest Plus Eye Drops if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a condition in which your intraocular pressure (fluid pressure inside your eyeballs) is abnormally high that can lead to optic nerve damage and eventual loss of your vision. Ocurest Plus Eye Drops is not recommended if you have this condition due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) are a class of medicines used to treat depression. Ocurest Plus Eye Drops is not recommended if you are on treatment with MAOIs or have taken them within the last 14 days due to the increased risk of severe side effects.
Eye surgery
Ocurest Plus Eye Drops is not recommended if you had an eye surgery or have other serious eye problems due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
It is not known whether Ocurest Plus Eye Drops is safe for use during pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether Ocurest Plus Eye Drops passes into breastmilk. Hence this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
General warnings
Driving or Operating machines
Ocurest Plus Eye Drops may cause blurred vision or discomfort in your eyes (pain/irritation, etc). If you experience such symptoms after administering this medicine, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines.
Other medicines
Ocurest Plus Eye Drops may interact with other medicines and may cause undesired side effects. Inform your doctor about your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before taking this medicine.
Contact lens
Do not wear contact lenses if you experience dryness in your eyes. Ocurest Plus Eye Drops should not be administered while wearing contact lenses. Consult your doctor regarding the use of contact lenses while on treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Administer the missed dose of Ocurest Plus Eye Drops as soon as you remember. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not instill a double dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Since Ocurest Plus Eye Drops is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not administer more than the prescribed dose.
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.
Ocurest Plus Eye Drops is meant for external use in your eyes only. Administer it as directed by your doctor.
Avoid touching the tip of the dropper 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 dropper tip.
Administer Ocurest Plus Eye Drops at around the same time daily for the ease of remembrance. Do not discontinue this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Do not give Ocurest Plus Eye Drops to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Avoid wearing contact lenses until your doctor advises you that it is suitable for you to wear your lenses again.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Ocurest Plus Eye Drops is a combination of Naphazoline, Carboxymethyl Cellulose, Menthol, Camphor and Phenylephrine.
Naphazoline and Phenylephrine work by narrowing the blood vessels in your eyes, reducing the blood flow and thereby providing relief from the redness in your eyes.
Camphor and Menthol produces a cooling effect and provides relief from the itchiness and burning sensation of your eyes.
Carboxymethyl Cellulose lubricates the eyes and prevents eye dryness.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Ophthalmic preparations
Schedule
Schedule H
Centaurpharma.com. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 3 December 2021].
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Naphazoline. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 3 December 2021].
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Phenylephrine. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 3 December 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 3 Jan 2022
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