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Ocucel A Eye Drop

Manufacturer :  FDC Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Naphazoline, Chlorpheniramine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Ocucel A Eye Drop

Ocucel A Eye Drop is a sympathomimetic (alpha receptor agonist) that works in the eye to decrease congestion. This decongestant is used to alleviate redness, puffiness, and itchy,watering eyes due to colds, allergies, or eye irritations caused by smog and swimming. This medication is not to be used to relieve symptoms caused due to wearing contact lenses. Ocucel A Eye Drop is sometimes used in combination with other substances like lubricants such as glycerin, hypromellose or polyethylene glycol to help protect the eyes from further irritation or dryness, and zinc sulphate which helps reduce redness and irritation. Before starting this medication, inform your doctor about all your existing health conditions, problems and allergies to food or medicines, and whether you are pregnant, breast-feeding or planning to become pregnant.

Some side effects of this medication are stinging, redness in the eye, widened pupils, blurred vision, shakines or tremors, fast or irregular heartbeat, profuse sweating, weakness, nervousness and headache. If any of these symptoms persist, a doctor or pharmacist must be informed immediately. Serious side effects are rare in case of this medication. If some of these serious and rare side effects occur, stop the medication immediately and go to a hospital.

    What are the uses of Ocucel A Eye Drop

    What are the side effects of Ocucel A Eye Drop ?

    • Skin Irritation

    • Hypersensitivity Reaction

    • Irritation Of Ear

    • Allergic Skin Rash

    Key highlights of Ocucel A Eye Drop

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      No interaction found

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Ocucel A Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Ocucel A Eye Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Patients should not drive if they have blurred vision.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution should be used in patients with impaired renal function.
      Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Ocucel A Eye Drop ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ocucel A Eye Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    How does this medication work?

    Ocucel A Eye Drop induces systemic vasoconstriction to reduce blood flow in the nasal passage and conjuctiva. It achieves this by promoting the action of alpha andregenic receptors present in these areas

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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