INTRODUCTION
LACRYL PF contain Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose which belongs to a group of medicine called artificial tears. It is used to relieve dry eye conditions (e.g. condition associated with the use of visual display units, infrequent blinking, certain medical treatments, atmospheric pollution and drying atmospheres e.g. air-conditioning, central heating, wind and sun). It is also used to moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes. It works by similar, to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye.
Always take LACRYL PF exactly as your doctor has told you. Check the label for directions before use. Before using this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine, since it may cause temporary blurred vision, any visual disturbance. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. The common side effects are vision blurred, eye pain, foreign body sensation in eyes, eye irritation, redness of eye.
USES OF LACRYL PF
Relieve dry eye conditions
Moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes
HOW LACRYL PF WORKS
LACRYL PF works by similar, to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Always take LACRYL PF exactly as your doctor has told you. Check the label for directions before use.
SIDE EFFECTS OF LACRYL PF
COMMON
Vision blurred
Eye pain
Foreign body sensation in eyes
Eye irritation
Redness of eye
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Eye pain:
Place a cold washcloth over your closed eyes two to three times a day for five minutes.
Eye irritation:
Wear sunglasses when you go outside. Rinse your eyes with preservative-free saline water or apply a cold, wet wash cloth. Take out your contact lenses. Don’t rub your eyes.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
LACRYL PF should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
BREASTFEEDING
LACRYL PF should be used with caution in breast feeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine, since it may cause temporary blurred vision, any visual disturbance.
ALLERGY
Do not take LACRYL PF if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose or any other ingredients in this medicine.
OTHERS
Tell your doctor, if you:
Are wearing contact lenses
Have headache or eye pain
INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor if you are using any other type of eye products.
SYNOPSIS
Drug : Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Pharmacological Category : Artificial tears
Therapeutic Indication : Relieve dry eye conditions, Moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes
Dosage Forms : Drops, Eye drops, Gel, Eye Gel, Injection, Prefilled syringe, Nasal spray, Solution
MORE INFORMATION
Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
FAQs ABOUT LACRYL PF
Is LACRYL PF effective?
Yes. It is effective if used in the correct dose and duration directed by your doctor.
How should LACRYL PF be stored?
Store below 25°C and Keep out of reach of children.
What are the uses of LACRYL PF?
It is used to relieve dry eye conditions and moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes.
REFERENCES
1. Theresa Nguyen and Robert Latkany. Review of hydroxypropyl cellulose ophthalmic inserts for treatment of dry eye. US National Library of Medicines, National Institutes of Health. 11 May 2011. [Accessed 19 Nov 2020] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3102590/
2. FDC International Ltd; Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC); [Revised on Jun 2020] [Accessed 19 Nov 2020] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.457.pdf
PRODUCT DETAILS
Net Qty
1 N
Ingredient
HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE(HPMC) 2%W/V
Hsn Code
30049099
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