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Product introduction

Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop is an eye lubricant or artificial tears used to relieve dry eyes. This can happen because not enough tears are made to keep the eye lubricated. It helps to soothe the irritation and burning seen in dry eyes by maintaining proper lubrication of the eyes.

Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop is used for the relief of features of dry eye (burning, irritation or dryness of eyes)

Uses of Cethol Eye Drop

Benefits of Cethol Eye Drop

In Treatment of Dry eyes

Normally your eyes produce enough natural tears to help them move easily and comfortably and to remove dust and other particles. If they do not produce enough tears, they can become dry, red, and painful. Dry eyes can be caused by wind, sun, heating, computer use, and some medications. Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop keeps your eyes lubricated and can relieve any dryness and pain. They will also help protect your eyes from injury and infection. This medicine is safe to use with few side effects. If you wear soft contact lenses, you should remove them before applying the drops.

Side effects of Cethol Eye Drop

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 Cethol

  • Eye irritation
  • Burning eyes
  • Eye discomfort
  • Eye itching
  • Eye pain

How to use Cethol Eye Drop

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.

How Cethol Eye Drop works

Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop is a lubricant. It works similar to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop to treat dry eye disease.
  • It stabilizes the natural tear film and maintains necessary lubrication so your eyes don’t get dry and irritated.
  • May require long-term use.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution of this medicine.
  • Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 minutes. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
  • Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Cellulose Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Tear substitues

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FAQs

What is Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop used for?

Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop is an artificial substitute for tears. It is used as a lubricant for dry eyes. It is also used for the temporary relief of burning, irritation and/or discomfort due to dryness of eyes. Moreover, it is used to lubricate and re-wet soft and rigid gas permeable contact lenses. It is also indicated to relieve dryness, irritation and discomfort that may be associated with lens wear.

What are the side effects of Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop?

You may experience visual disturbances and eye discharge while using this medicine. Some other side effects of this medicine include redness of the eye, eye irritation, burning and discomfort, eyelid swelling and itching of the eye. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult your doctor.

How should Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop be stored?

Store at or below 25°C and out of the reach of children. Do not touch the tip of the container to any surface or eye(s). Replace the cap after every use. Remember not to use the eye drops after the expiry date or after 30 days of opening it.

How should Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop be used?

If you are using it for dry eyes, instil 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed. If you are using it to lubricate soft and rigid gas-permeable lenses, apply 1 to 2 drops to each eye with the lenses on as needed or as directed by your doctor. Blink several times after pouring the drops. Consult your doctor if not sure.

Is Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop bad?

No, Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop is a safe medicine. It is meant for external use only and is not harmful. However, in some patients, Cethol DS 1% Eye Drop may cause eye irritation (burning and discomfort), eye pain, itchy eyes and visual disturbance. Immediately contact your doctor if any of these effects perists.

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Name: Maksun Biotech Pvt Ltd
Address: FIRST FLOOR,NANHERA ROAD, KULDEEP NAGAR,AMBALA CANTT 133004 (HARYANA). INDIA
Country of origin: India

MRP
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10.0 ml in 1 bottle
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