Eco Tears Xl Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more
Eco Tears Xl Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Trade Name | Eco Tears Xl |
Generic | Carmellose Sodium |
Type | Eye Drops |
Therapeutic Class | Drugs for Dry eyes |
Manufacturer | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
Available Country | India |
Last Updated: | January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am |
Uses
Eco Tears Xl is a substitute for tears, and contains the lubricant called carmellose sodium. It is used for the treatment of the symptoms of dry eye (such as soreness, burning, irritation or dryness) caused by you not producing enough tears to keep the eye wet.
Dosage
Eco Tears Xl dosage
The recommended dose is 1-2 drops of Eco Tears Xl in the affected eye/each affected eye, 4 times a day or as often as needed. You do not need to remove contact lenses before using Eco Tears Xl. Make sure that the single-dose container is intact before use. The solution should be used immediately after opening. To avoid contamination or possible eye injury, do not let the open-end of the single-dose container touch your eye or anything else. Wash your hands before use.
Side Effects
Common side effects are eye irritation (including burning and discomfort), eye pain, itchy eyes, visual disturbance.
Precaution
If irritation, pain, redness or changes in vision occur or if you feel your condition is getting worse, stop taking this medicine and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interaction
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used or might use any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. If you are using other eye drops, leave at least 15 minutes between putting in the other drops and Eco Tears Xl.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
You can use Eco Tears Xl if you are pregnant and when you are breast-feeding.
Contraindication
If you are hypersensitive (allergic) to carmellose sodium or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
Storage Condition
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not store above 25°C.
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FAQ
What is Eco Tears Xl used for?
Eco Tears Xl is a lubricant used to treat dry eyes. It is often used as its sodium salt, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose.
How safe is Eco Tears Xl?
Eco Tears Xl is generally safe, with no long-term side effects. Do not share eye drops with other people.
How does Eco Tears Xl work?
Eco Tears Xl works as artificial tears, to help keep the surface of your eyes lubricated and moist.
What are the common side effects of Eco Tears Xl ?
Vision may be temporarily blurred when this product is first used. Also, minor burning/stinging/irritation may temporarily occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Is Eco Tears Xl safe during pregnancy?
Eco Tears Xl may not cause harm to an unborn foetus.
Is Eco Tears Xl safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known whether Eco Tears Xl can pass through the breast milk or not. Breastfeeding mothers should avoid nursing while taking Eco Tears Xl.
Can I drink alcohol while use Eco Tears Xl?
Yes, you can drink alcohol.
How many time can I use Eco Tears Xl?
You can use eyedrops with preservatives up to four times a day.
How long does Eco Tears Xl take to work?
Eco Tears Xl should start to work straight away, but it may take several weeks before you feel the full effects.
What happen If I missed dose of Eco Tears Xl?
If you forget to use your eye drops, use them when you need them next or when it’s time for your next dose.
What happen if I use too much?
Using too many eye drops should not cause problems.
Will Eco Tears Xl affect my fertility?
There's no evidence to suggest that Eco Tears Xl reduces fertility in either men or women.
Will Eco Tears Xl affect my contraception?
Eco Tears Xl does not stop contraceptive pills working, including the combined pill or emergency contraception.
Can I drive or ride a bike?
You may have blurred vision after you’ve just put the drops in. This should clear quickly. Do not drive a car, ride a bike, or use tools or operate machinery until you can see clearly again.
How well does Eco Tears Xl work?
Many people use Eco Tears Xl eye drops for their dry eyes. There are many different eye drops for dry eyes, but there’s no evidence that one type is better than another. Sometimes you may need to try different eye drops or eye treatments to find which works best for you.