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GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops

Manufactured byNOVARTIS INDIA LTD
Description
GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops is an artificial tear, used to relieve the dryness of your eyes. It works by lubricating the eyes and reducing irritation and burning sensations caused by lack of tear production. GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops has some common side effects like blurred vision, eye pain, redness of the eyes, etc. These side effects may subside by themselves with time. However, consult your doctor if they bother you for a longer time or become severe. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops is for use in the eyes only. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not use more than the recommended dose. If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them before instilling this medicine. Avoid touching the tip of the bottle with your hands and replace the cap tightly after use to prevent contamination. GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops may not be suitable for everyone. Inform your doctor if you have any other eye problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops

Tears Naturale II Lubricant Eye Drops
Alcon Laboratories

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops

  • Blurred vision
  • Eye pain
  • Redness of the eye

Uses of GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Dry eyes
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops remains active in your 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 GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid using GenTeal Lubricant 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), breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Driving vehicles or operating machines

Use of GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops may cause temporary blurring of the vision immediately after instilling this medicine. Avoid performing activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines until your vision is clear.

Contact lens

If you are wearing contact lenses, remove the lenses before instilling GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops and reinsert them 10 to 15 minutes post-administration.

Use of other ophthalmic medicines

Inform your doctor if you are using any other eye drops or eye ointment as they may interact with GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops and cause undesired effects.

Missed Dose

Instill the missed dose of GenTeal Lubricant 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 dose.

Overdose

As GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not instill 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.
GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops is meant for external use only. Instill this medicine in your eyes as instructed by your doctor. Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper with your hands, or let it touch your eye or any other surface to prevent contamination. Close the lid of the bottle tightly after use. Use this medicine for the recommended duration for better results.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
GenTeal Lubricant Eye Drops, also known as artificial tears, works by lubricating the surface of your eyes. Thus it relieves eye dryness and irritation.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Ophthalmic lubricants and irrigations

Schedule

OTC

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