Ocucel A Eye Drop

Ocucel A Eye Drop is a prescription medicine used to treat allergic diseases of the eye. It provides temporary relief of redness and discomfort due to minor eye irritations and relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye.

Ocucel A Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Use of this medicine may cause burning and stinging sensation on application. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.

Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

• Treatment of Allergic eye disease

Treatment of Allergic eye disease
Ocucel A Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms of allergic eye disease such as redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes. It works by blocking the action of a chemical that causes allergy in the eye. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ocucel A

• Burning eyes
• Stinging in the eyes

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

Ocucel A Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Naphazoline and Chlorpheniramine Maleate which relieve eye itching/discomfort caused by allergies. Naphazoline is a decongestant which works by narrowing blood vessels of the eye to relieve inflammation. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which blocks the action of certain chemical messengers responsible for red, itchy, teary eyes.

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