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Andre Plus Eye Drops

Manufactured byINTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsChlorpheniramine (0.01 %w/v) + Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (0.2 %w/v) + Naphazoline (0.056 %w/v) + Zinc sulfate (0.12 %w/v)
Description
Andre Plus Eye Drops is a combination of Chlorpheniramine, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Naphazoline, and Zinc Sulfate. It is used to treat allergic conditions affecting your eyes. It helps to relieve redness, swelling, and discomfort due to minor eye irritation. It also lubricates the eyes and relieves dry eye conditions. Andre Plus Eye Drops rarely shows side effects. In some cases, you may experience stinging sensations in the eyes, blurred vision, eye discomfort, etc., after instilling the medicine. These side effects are mild and usually subside with time. However, consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve with time or worsen. Andre Plus Eye Drops should be used only in the affected eye as prescribed 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. Andre Plus Eye Drops is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are instilling any other medicines in your eyes or have any other eye problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Andre Plus Eye Drops

  • Blurred vision
  • Eye pain and discomfort
  • Redness of eye
  • Burning or itching of eyes

Uses of Andre Plus Eye Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Allergic eye conditions
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time Andre Plus Eye Drops takes to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Andre Plus Eye Drops remains effective in your body is not 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?
    Andre Plus Eye Drops has no habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    It is not known whether Andre 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 Andre Plus Eye Drops is safe for use while breastfeeding. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Andre Plus Eye Drops if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

It is not known whether Andre 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 Andre Plus Eye Drops is safe for use while breastfeeding. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Driving or operating machines

Use of Andre Plus Eye Drops may cause temporary blurring of vision after instilling the medicine. Hence avoid performing activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines until your vision is clear.

Contact lens

Avoid using Andre Plus Eye Drops if you are wearing contact lenses. Remove the contact lenses prior to administration of the eye drops and wait for 15 minutes before putting them back in the eyes.

External use only

Andre Plus Eye Drops is meant for use in the eyes only.

Missed Dose

Administer the missed dose of Andre Plus Eye Drops as soon as you remember. However, skip the missed dose if it is time for your next scheduled dose. Do not instill a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Since Andre 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.
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.
Instill Andre Plus Eye Drops in the affected eye(s) as directed by your doctor. After instilling this medicine, close your eyes, and place one finger at the corner of your eye. Apply gentle pressure for 1 to 2 minutes before opening your eyes. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eye. 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. Avoid sharing Andre Plus Eye Drops with others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Andre Plus Eye Drops is a combination of Chlorpheniramine, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Naphazoline, and Zinc Sulfate. Chlorpheniramine is an anti-allergic medicine that blocks the action of a chemical substance that causes red, itchy, or teary eyes. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose lubricates the eyes and prevents eye dryness. Naphazoline works by reducing redness, puffiness, and itching of the eyes. Zinc sulfate is used to relieve redness, irritation, and burning of the eyes.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Ophthalmic lubricants and irrigations, Ophthalmic antihistamines and decongestants, Miscellaneous ophthalmic agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 5 Jan 2022

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