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Optrex Allergy 2% w/v Eye Drops contain an active ingredient called sodium cromoglicate and are used to ease the symptoms of allergic reactions. Buy Optrex Allergy E
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Optrex Allergy Eye Drops
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Overview
Directions
Cautions
FAQ
Ingredients
Optrex Allergy is a medication which treats the effects of an allergy in the eye. It relieves red, itchy and watery eyes as well as puffy eyelids caused by allergy. Its active substance is sodium cromoglicate. This substance belongs to anti-allergy drugs. It works by reducing the amount of natural chemicals in your body which cause allergies.
Follow these instructions to use it effectively:
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Wash your hands.
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Tilt your head back and look upwards.
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Gently pull your lower eyelid down with a finger.
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Hold the bottle in your other hand in an upside down position.
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Bring the bottle closer to the eye without touching it.
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Gently squeeze the bottle to release 1 drop from it into your eyelid.
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Let go of the eyelid and close the eye.
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Wipe off any excess medicine with a tissue.
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Open your eye.
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Repeat the same procedure for the other eye if required.
Use 1–2 drops of this medicine per eye up to 4 times daily. Keep using this medicine for up to 3 months as long as you are exposed to the allergen (the substance which triggers your allergy).
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about the dosing and method of use of this medicine.
Storage
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Store below 25°C.
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Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
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Do not use it after the expiration date printed on the pack.
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Use within 28 days of opening it.
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Replace the cap properly after use.
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For use in the eyes only.
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After use, firmly replace the cap to avoid any contamination. Using contaminated eye drops can cause eye infection.
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Avoid contact of the bottle tip with your eye or any other surface.
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Not recommended being used with soft contact lenses as it can change their colour. Take off the soft contact lenses while using this medicine and do not put them back on for at least 15 minutes after applying it.
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Do not use this medicine while driving or operating heavy machinery as it can temporarily blur your vision.
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Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medications, including over the counter and herbal products.
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Contact your doctor or pharmacist if your condition does not improve after a few days of use.
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Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you feel the need to use this medicine continuously for over 3 months.
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Do not use it if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
- Do not use it if you have soft contact lenses on.
Side effects
Optrex Allergy is a safe medication. However, it can cause the following side effects in some individuals:
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Temporary blurred vision
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Mild irritation in the eye
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Stinging or burning sensation in the eyelid
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Redness of eye
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Pain in the eye
- Allergic reaction
Discontinue use and contact your doctor or pharmacist if you notice an eye infection or the above-mentioned symptoms persist or become worse.
Can I wear contact lenses after using Optrex Allergy eye drops?
Before using Optrex Allergy Eye Drops you should remove any contact lenses. You should not put any contact lenses back in until 30 minutes after having used the eye drops.
Optrex Allergy contains the following ingredients:
Active ingredients
Sodium cromoglicate (2% w/v): An antihistamine which blocks allergy causing chemicals in your body called histamine.
Other ingredients
Disodium edetate, benzalkonium chloride, and water for injections.
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