Hypromellose Eye Drops Bpc 0.3%
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER D01802
Hypromellose
(Referred to as Hypromellose Eye Drops in this leaflet)
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Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine. It contains important | ||
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information. • Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again. • If you have any further questions, please ask your doctor or pharmacist. • This medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours. • If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist. |
In this leaflet:
1. What Hypromellose Eye Drops are and what they are used for
2. Before you use Hypromellose Eye Drops
3. How to use Hypromellose Eye Drops
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Hypromellose Eye Drops
6. Further information
1. What Hypromellose Eye Drops are and what they are used for
The active ingredient hypromellose belongs to a group of medicines known as eye lubricants (ocular lubricants).
Hypromellose Eye Drops are used to treat conditions where not enough tears are made to keep the eye lubricated and clean. Hypromellose Eye Drops lubricate the surface of the eye (including artificial eyes) in the same way as natural tears. It can therefore be used to relieve the dryness and pain associated with reduced or abnormal tear production.
2. Before you use Hypromellose Eye Drops
Do not use Hypromellose Eye Drops if:
] • you aiealleiyic (hypersensitive) to Hypromellose or any of the other ingredients of this medicine, which are listed in section 6 of this leaflet.
• you are wearing soft contact lenses.
Take special care with Hypromellose Eye Drops if:
• your eye irritation persists or worsens,
• you have a headache or eye pain,
! • your vision changes—
• you have permanently red eyes
If any of the above apply to you, stop using Hypromellose Eye Drops and contact your doctor immediately.
If you are unsure about taking this medicine or you have any questions, go and talk to your doctor first and follow the advice given.
Taking other medicines Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
You should not use Hypromellose Eye Drops if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding, unless your doctor believes it is necessary.
Driving and using machines
Hypromellose Eye Drops can cause mild stinging or blurring of vision after application. Wait until your vision is clear before driving or using machines.
Important information about some of the ingredients of Hypromellose Eye Drops
This medicine contains benzalkonium chloride which may cause eye irritation and is known to discolour soft contact lenses.
Remove contact lenses before you use Hypromellose Eye Drops and wait at least 15 minutes before you put them back in.
3. How to use Hypromellose Eye Drops
Always use Hypromellose Eye Drops exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Soft contact lenses must not be worn during treatment with Hypromellose Eye Drops Instructions for use
1. Before opening a new bottle of Hypromellose Eye Drops, please check that the safety strip on the bottom of the outer cap is unbroken.
2. Twist the outer cap to break the seal.
3. Wash your hands well before use.
4. Remove the outer cap. If you are putting in the drops yourself, you should use a mirror.
5. Tilt your head back and look up at the ceiling.
6. Pull the lower lid of the eye out to form a small pocket between your eyelid and your eye.
7. Hold the bottle between the thumb and middle finger of the other hand, turn the bottle upside down near to the eye, try not to touch the eye with the nozzle.
8. Apply enough pressure to the container to release one to two drops, as directed by your doctor.
9. Blink your eye a few times.
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10. If you think that you have missed the eye, then insert another drop. 11. Repeat steps 5-10 for the other eye if you have been told to use Hypromellose Eye Drops in both eyes. 12. Replace the outer cap on the container, trying not to touch the applicator tip with anything, including the eye or your fingers. |
5. How to store Hypromellose Eye Drops Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Make sure the container is properly closed after each use. Store below 25°C. |
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13. Wash your hands If you are unsure about how to use Hypromellose Eye Drops talk to your doctor or pharmacist. How much to use The usual dose is 1 or 2 drops placed in each eye three times daily, however this may vary depending on the amount of lubrication |
Do not use Hypromellose Eye Drops after the expiry date which is printed on the label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Dispose of this medicine four weeks after opening. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your |
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needed. If there is no improvement see your doctor or pharmacist. Hypromellose Eye Drops are for external use only. If you use more Hypromellose Eye Drops than you should It will not cause you any harm. If you are |
pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment. 6. Further Information What Hypromellose Eye Drops contain The active substance is hypromellose 0.3%w/v The other ingredients are purified water, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, borax, |
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worried then talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Hypromellose Eye Drops are for external use only. If you have swallowed or you suspect someone else has swallowed any of this medicine, contact your doctor. If you forget to take Hypromellose Eye Drops Don't worry, just take the next dose as soon as you remember and then go on as before. Do |
boiic acid, benzalkonium chloride solution. It may also contain sodium hydroxide or hydrochloric acid. What Hypromellose Eye Drops look like and contents of the pack Hypromellose Eye Drops are a clear, colourless solution supplied in a plastic bottle with a dropper nozzle and a tamper proof cap. Each bottle contains 10ml of sterile solution. |
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not take a double dose to make up for the one you have missed. If you stop using Hypromellose Eye Drops You should keep using Hypromellose Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has asked. Your treatment is helping your condition, even if you have not noticed a difference in how you feel. Should you need to stop your treatment, your doctor will advise you how to do this. |
Marketing Authorisation Holder Martindale Pharmaceuticals Ltd Bampton Road, Harold Hill, Romford, RM3 8UG, United Kingdom. Manufacturer Farmigea S.p.A. Via G.B. Oliva 6/8 56121 Pisa, Italy |
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4. Possible side effects Like all medicines, Hypromellose Eye Drops can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Possible side effects include: • temporary stinging or burning • temporary blurring of vision |
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If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist. |
above address. Product licence numbers: Hypromellose Eye Drops BPC 0.3%w/v PL 0156/0069 HK 22087 |
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This leaflet was last updated March 2011 | |
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