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Iricain Eye Drop


Introduction of Iricain Eye Drop

Iricain Eye Drop is a medicine that is used as local ocular anesthesia. It is generally used to assess minor eye trauma, removal of superficial foreign bodies, and during minor ocular surgery.

Iricain Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Iricain Eye Drop1 and Iricain Eye Drop2.

Uses of Iricain Eye Drop

  • Local ocular anesthesia

Benefits of Iricain Eye Drop

In Local ocular anesthesia

Iricain Eye Drop is an eye anesthetic and is used to numb the eye before surgery (such as cataract), certain tests to prevent pain during the procedure. It works by blocking the pain signals reaching the eye. It works quite quickly and allows carrying out of the procedure without causing pain and distress.

Side effects of Iricain 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 Iricain

  • Eye redness
  • Irritation
  • Burning eyes
  • Stinging in the eyes

How to use Iricain 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Iricain Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Iricain Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Iricain Eye Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Iricain Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Iricain Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Iricain Eye Drop
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Quick tips

Iricain Eye Drop

  • Iricain Eye Drop is used to numb the eye before surgery, certain tests, or procedures.
  • A doctor or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. Usually 1-2 drops are sufficient to anesthetize the eye.
  • The effect of this medicine lasts for up to half an hour.
  • Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes while it is still numb.
  • This medicine is not for long-term use. Using it for a longer time than needed may cause blurred vision, decreased vision, or blindness.
  • You may need to protect your eyes from bright light for a short time after being treated with Iricain Eye Drop.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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SUFFERRING WITH FROZEN LEFT HAND SHOULDER, DOING PHYSIOTHERAPY EXERCISES SINCE ONE MONTH NEGLIGIBLE IMPROVEMENT , ORTHOPAEDICS DOCTOR , STRETCHING THE HAND WITH FULL ANESTHESIA, IS IT POSSIBLE WITH LOCAL ANESTHESIA OR ANY OTHER METHOD TO RECOVER
Dr. Trilok Kumar Jha
Orthopaedics
Adv. Inj. Depomedrol locally, with local anaesthesia locally by a Orthopaedic surgeon, Active Physiotherapy, Tab Nucoxia MR 1 BD after meals, Cap Pantop DSR 1 daily before breakfast.
Doctor advised for medication for glaucoma suspect only because eye pressure is 22 but all other tests are normal.medicine , 9 pm drops is prescribed. Please advice
Dr. Vishal Arora
Ophthalmology
Ocular hypertension can lead to glaucoma eventually. Continue the drops
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References

  1. Proparacaine. Princeton, New Jersey: Sandoz Inc.; 2012. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Drug Information System. Chlorbutol. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Calix Health Care
Address: 35 B, Royal Hill, Near NNP I & II, Goregaon East, Mumbai - 400 065.
Country of origin: India

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5.0 ml in 1 packet
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