Lybrate Logo
Get the App
For Doctors
Login/Sign-up
tab_logos
About
tab_logos
Feed
Overview

I Boric 0.05% w/v/0.12% w/v Eye Drop

Manufacturer :  Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Naphazoline, Phenylephrine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About I Boric 0.05% w/v/0.12% w/v Eye Drop

I Boric 0.05% w/v/0.12% w/v 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. I Boric 0.05% w/v/0.12% w/v 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.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of I Boric 0.05% w/v/0.12% w/v Eye Drop

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of I Boric 0.05% w/v/0.12% w/v Eye Drop ?

    • Skin Irritation

    • Hypersensitivity Reaction

    • Irritation Of Ear

    • Allergic Skin Rash

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of I Boric 0.05% w/v/0.12% w/v Eye Drop

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      No interaction found

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Imaze 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?

      Imaze 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.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for I Boric 0.05% w/v/0.12% w/v Eye Drop ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as I Boric 0.05% w/v/0.12% w/v Eye Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication works by inducing the systemic vasoconstriction to reduce blood flow in the nasal passage and conjunctiva. It achieves this by promoting the action of alpha-adrenergic receptors present in these areas.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

      References

      • Naphazoline-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 20 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/naphazoline

      • Naphazoline-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 20 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB06711

      • NAPHAZOLINE drop,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 20 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=NAPHAZOLINE

      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.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      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.
      swan-banner
      Sponsored

      Popular Questions & Answers

      View All

      Hi, my Dr. Told me pressure inside the eye. So ...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Sajeev Kumar

      General Physician

      You have glaucoma ,a condition of increased pressure within the eyeball, causing gradual loss of ...

      I am using betoact 1.5 % W/V eye drop after con...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Maj. Gen Mahesh Chander Vsm (Retd)

      Dentist

      by the name it's suggestive of steroid but in very low concentration hence quite safe it doesn't ...

      I am suffering from jock itch fungal infection....

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Mohit Dhawan

      Dermatologist

      No, betamethason is a steroid. Don't apply it. Instead apply lulifin cream twice daily. Keep area...

      I wear spectacles with +2.5 and -1.5 power lens...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Vaibhev Mittal

      Ophthalmologist

      Hello this may be due to dryness you can 1. Blink a lot 2. Wash eyes with fresh water 3. Cold com...

      Do you have to expose dsorolen lotion 0.2% w/v ...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Narasimhalu C.R.V.(Professor)

      Dermatologist

      Yes. Treatment depends on the severity of vitiligo. Do direct online consultation for prescriptio...

      Table of content

      Content Details
      Profile Image
      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
      Reviewed By
      Profile Image
      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
      chat_icon

      Ask a free question

      Get FREE multiple opinions from Doctors

      posted anonymously
      swan-banner