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Ocucaine Eye Drops 15 mL

Ocucaine Eye Drops contains Proparacaine, Eye | belongs to Local anaesthetic

How it works

Ocucaine Eye Drops 15 mL inhibits pain sensations and helps the eye from feeling the pain.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ocucaine Eye Drops 15 mL

  • Blurred vision rare
  • Redness of the eye rare
  • Sensitivity to light rare
  • Stinging of eye rare
  • Eye pain rare

Uses of Ocucaine Eye Drops 15 mL

What is it prescribed for?

  • Deep ophthalmic anesthesia

    This medicine is used as a topical ophthalmic anesthetic for procedures such as tonometry, gonioscopy, or similar eye tests requiring topical anesthesia of the conjunctiva and cornea.

  • Removal of foreign bodies and sutures

    This medicine is used for the removal of corneal foreign bodies before operating. It is also used for the removal of sutures.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 seconds of ophthalmic administration of the dose.

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 10-20 minutes.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to Ocucaine Eye Drops 15 mL or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

General Warnings
  • Cardiac diseases

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with cardiac diseases due to the risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Hyperthyroidism

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with hyperthyroidism (a condition where the thyroid gland produces an excessive amount of thyroid hormones) due to the risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Damage to corneal epithelium

    Prolonged use of this medicine is not recommended, as it can cause damage to the corneal epithelium.

  • Driving or Operating machinery

    Use of this medicine may cause blurring of vision in some patients. Hence, it is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if you experience any visual disturbances.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

  • Overdose

    Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Hyaluronidase

General Instructions

This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Other details

  • Usage does not depend on food timings
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Effect on sleep is not established

References

Additional Information:

What happens if I miss a dose of Ocucaine Eye Drops 15 mL?

Adults & Children: 1 or 2 drops just prior to evaluation.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Ocucaine Eye Drops 15 mL. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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