Hydroeyes 0.05% Eye Drop

Hydroeyes 0.05% Eye Drop is a medicine used for the treatment of dry eyes. It allows for increased tear production by decreasing inflammation (swelling) in the eye. This keeps the eyes lubricated and reduces discomfort. Never use Hydroeyes 0.05% Eye Drop if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it and shake the bottle well before each use. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. It can take several weeks before you notice an improvement in your dry eyes. Keep using it as prescribed. The most common side effects of this medicine are blurred vision and burning sensations in the eyes. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, do not drive until your vision is clear. This is usually a short-term side effect, inform your doctor if it bothers you. It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works. Talk to your doctor before using Hydroeyes 0.05% Eye Drop if you have used a similar medicine before and had an allergic reaction. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Dry eyes

Hydroeyes 0.05% Eye Drop is an immunosuppressant that increases tear production in chronic dry eye disease. It works by decreasing inflammation (swelling) in the eye to allow for tear production. This keeps the eyes lubricated and reduces discomfort.

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.

• Blurred vision
• Burning sensation in eye
• Headache
• High blood pressure
• Renal dysfunction
• Tremors
• Increased glucose level in blood
• Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
• Acne
• Decreased white blood cell count
• Increased levels of blood fat
• Decreased appetite
• Increased uric acid level in blood
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Convulsion
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
• Gastrointestinal disturbance
• Gingival hyperplasia
• Stomach ulcer
• Abnormal liver function
• Excessive hair growth on face
• Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth)
• Muscle cramp
• Muscle pain
• Fever
• Fatigue

AlcoholNONE

No interaction found/established

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Hydroeyes 0.05% Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingUNSAFE

Hydroeyes 0.05% Eye Drop is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Hydroeyes 0.05% Eye Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

KidneyNONE

No interaction found/established

LiverNONE

No interaction found/established

If you miss a dose of Hydroeyes 0.05% Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class

Cyclosporin Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Ophthal

Action Class

Immunosuppressant- Calcineurin inhibitors