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Description
Soha Liquigel is composed of Sodium Hyaluronate. It is used to prevent eye dryness. It may also be used during eye surgeries to protect your eyes from stress. This medicine works by lubricating your eyes due to its high viscosity.
Soha Liquigel may cause some side effects like eye irritation, eye pain, headache etc. These side effects are mostly temporary and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects are persistent or bothering you. This medicine can impact your eyesight, and it is advisable not to drive vehicles after using it.
Soha Liquigel is used as prescribed by your doctor. For the ease of remembering, try to use this medicine at the same time every day. Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms may reoccur.
Soha Liquigel is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about all your current medications and existing medical conditions. This can help your doctor to adjust your dose to avoid side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Soha Liquigel
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Soha Liquigel
Headache
Eye discomfort
Change in eyesight
Eye pain
Eye irritation
Uses of Soha Liquigel
What is it prescribed for?
Dry eyes
Dry eyes is a common condition that occurs when your tears are not able to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. Soha Liquigel is used to treat and prevent dryness of your eyes.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Soha Liquigel to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
Soha Liquigel may remain in your body for around 9 days.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 Soha Liquigel.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Soha Liquigel is not recommended for use in pregnancy as not enough studies are done to understand its safety and efficacy. Consult with your doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known whether Soha Liquigel passes into breast milk or if it could affect the infant. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
Allergy
Soha Liquigel is not recommended 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.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Soha Liquigel is not recommended for use in pregnancy as not enough studies are done to understand its safety and efficacy. Consult with your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether Soha Liquigel passes into breast milk or if it could affect the infant. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
General warnings
Blurring of vision
Soha Liquigel can cause temporary blurring of vision and hence you should refrain from driving vehicles or operating machines immediately after using this medicine.
Avoid contamination
When instilling Soha Liquigel, it is recommended not to touch the tip of the container to any surface, as it can contaminate the medicine.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Soha Liquigel as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Soha Liquigel.
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.
Use Soha Liquigel exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Follow all the instructions given on the label/package insert.
Wash your hands properly before using the eye drops. Do not touch the tip of the bottle in order to avoid contamination of the medicine.
Pull down your lower eyelid and squeeze a few drops of this medicine into the eyelid pocket. Maintain a time gap of at least 5 minutes between applying this medicine and any other eye medicine.
If you wear contact lenses, you are recommended to remove them before using this medicine. You can wear the lenses 15 minutes after application.
Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after a few doses.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Soha Liquigel prevents eye dryness by absorbing more water from surroundings. When used during eye surgeries, this medicine protects eye tissues from mechanical stress.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Ophthalmic lubricants
Schedule
Schedule H
Santen Pharmaceutical Co., L., 2021. Hyalein®/Hialid®/Sanlein® | Dry Eye | Asia | For Patients | Santen Pharmaceutical. [online] Santen.com. Available at: < [Accessed 2 November 2021].
Rad-ar.or.jp. 2021. Search results detail| Kusurino-Shiori(Drug information Sheet). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 2 November 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 17 Nov 2021
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