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Description: Apicort Eye Drop is a prescription ophthalmic solution designed to relieve inflammation and irritation of the eyes. It contains a corticosteroid to reduce redness, swelling, and discomfort caused by allergic reactions, conjunctivitis, or other inflammatory eye conditions. The dropper bottle ensures precise application and helps manage symptoms effectively.
Ingredients:
- Active Ingredient: Dexamethasone (0.1% w/v)
- Other Ingredients: Sodium chloride, sodium citrate, benzalkonium chloride, purified water.
Usage Instructions:
- Wash your hands thoroughly before using the eye drops.
- Tilt your head back and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket.
- Hold the dropper above the eye, and squeeze gently to release one drop into the pocket.
- Close your eye and gently press on the inner corner of the eye for a few seconds to prevent the drop from draining away.
- Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surfaces, including your eye, to prevent contamination.
- Use as directed by your physician, typically 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) 3-4 times daily.
- If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Benefits:
- Reduces inflammation and swelling in the eyes.
- Provides relief from symptoms such as redness, itching, and discomfort.
- Helps manage allergic reactions and inflammatory conditions affecting the eyes.
- Convenient dropper bottle for easy and accurate application.
Precautions:
- Do not use if allergic to dexamethasone or any other ingredients in the eye drops.
- Possible side effects include temporary stinging or burning, blurred vision, and eye irritation. Report any persistent or severe side effects to your physician.
- Use with caution in patients with a history of eye infections, glaucoma, or cataracts.
- Avoid wearing contact lenses while using the eye drops unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
- Consult your physician before using if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Storage Instructions:
- Store at room temperature, 15-30°C (59-86°F).
- Keep the bottle tightly closed and away from direct light and moisture.
- Do not freeze.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Discard the eye drops 28 days after opening or after the expiration date indicated on the package, whichever comes first.
Manufacturer:
API Pharmaceuticals
