Introduction About AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS

Dry eye, which occurs when tears aren't able to provide adequate moisture, can affect one or both of the eyes. It occurs for various reasons, such as environmental conditions, aging, the use of contact lenses, and medications. Symptoms include dry, red, and inflamed, discomfort, and sensitivity to light.

Before using AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS, inform your doctor if you have narrow-angle glaucoma and if you wear contact lenses.

AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS may cause blurred vision for a short time after application, even at normal dosages and with proper use. This can subsequently impair your reaction while driving or operating machines; hence, caution should be exercised. 

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, consult your doctor for advice before using AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS.

The most common side effects of using AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS are blurred vision, swelling of the eyelids, eye redness, discomfort, and irritation. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.

• mild-to-severe dry eyes
• post-operative dry eyes
• corneal burns

Before using AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS, inform your doctor if you are using any of the following medicines:

• any other eye medications or drops

Overdosage:

If you or someone else accidentally use too much of AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Q: What is AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS used for?

A: AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS contains Sodium Hyaluronate which belongs to the group of medicines called Ophthalmic Viscoelastic Agents. It is used in the management of mild to severe dry eyes, post-operated dry eyes, and corneal burns.

Q: For how long should I use AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS?

A: Your doctor might advise you on how long you should continue using AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS. You will need to consult your doctor from time to time to review your management and assess your symptoms.

Q: What side effects are seen with AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS?

A: The most common side effects of using AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS are blurred vision, swelling of the eyelids, eye redness or discomfort and irritation, and increased sensitivity of the eyes to light. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.

Q: How is AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS administered?

A: Use AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands before and after using this medicine. To apply the medicine, tilt your head back and look up. Gently pull down the lower lid to form a sac, look up at the bottle, squeeze the bottle to place drops into the sac of your lower lid, and then blink to spread the eye drop across the surface of the eye. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS for you depending upon your age and severity of the condition.

Q: How does AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS work?

A: AQUARAY PLUS EYE DROPS makes the lubricating contents of the eye more viscous, and hence the eye is provided with an intensive, soothing, and moisturizing film. Persistent or more severe symptoms of dry eye are relieved, and the eye is protected against further irritation.

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