Artelac Eye Drops Solution
Artelac contains the active ingredient hypromellose which acts as a lubricant to treat symptoms of dry eye. Artelac drops keep the surface of the eye lubricated (moist) when production of tears is less than normal, and has a refreshing, cooling action. The hypromellose in these drops increases the thickness of the solution which has a moisturising effect and helps the solution to stay in contact with your eye for a longer period of time.
Product Information
Artelac contains the active ingredient hypromellose which acts as a lubricant to treat symptoms of dry eye. Artelac drops keep the surface of the eye lubricated (moist) when production of tears is less than normal, and has a refreshing, cooling action. The hypromellose in these drops increases the thickness of the solution which has a moisturising effect and helps the solution to stay in contact with your eye for a longer period of time.
Information
Suggested Directions: Always read packaging and enclosed leaflet before use. If the person taking this medicine has any medical conditions or is taking other medication consult your pharmacist or doctor before use.
- Adults, Children and Elderly: usual dose is to apply 1 drop in the corner of the eye, nearest the nose, 3 to 5 times each day or as required to give enough lubrication. Ensure the dropper tip does not touch any surface including the eye surface.
- Dry eye is a condition that varies from person to person. Use the drops as often as you think necessary.
- Do not exceed stated dosage.
- For ocular use only.
- If symptoms persist or worsen, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Ingredients: The active ingredient is: hypromellose 3.2 mg/ml (0.32 % w/v). The other ingredients are: cetrimide, disodium phosphate dodecahydrate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, disodium edetate, sorbitol and water for injections. The preservative in your eye drops is cetrimide, which means that Artelac can be used if your eyes are sensitive to other preservatives such as benzalkonium chloride.
What else to know: If you wear soft contact lenses – take out your lenses before using Artelac and then wait for at least 15 minutes after using these drops before putting your lenses back in. All eye drops can cause a short term blurring of vision when first used, so you should wait until your eyes are clear before driving or using machines.
Precautions: Use according to the directions on the product taking the appropriate cautions outlined. Always consult the Patient Information Leaflet before using this medicine. Speak to your pharmacist or doctor if you have any questions. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.