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Opacia Eye Drop

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Product introduction

Opacia Eye Drop is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes in adults with glaucoma and high pressure in the eye. If the pressure in your eye is too high it can damage your sight, potentially leading to blindness. It works by helping fluid flow from inside the eye into the blood.

Opacia Eye Drop is to treat increased pressure inside the eye

Uses of Opacia Eye Drop

Benefits of Opacia Eye Drop

In Treatment of Glaucoma

Opacia Eye Drop helps reduce pressure in your eyes (ocular hypertension) that can lead to an illness called glaucoma. It may be used alone or with other eye drops. Do not use it too often as that can make it less effective. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled. This could lead to a loss of sight.

In Treatment of Ocular hypertension

Opacia Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called prostaglandin analogue. It is used to reduce pressure in your eyes. It increases the flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. Take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled.

Side effects of Opacia 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 Opacia

  • Eye pain
  • Foreign body sensation
  • Eye discomfort
  • Eye itching
  • Ocular hyperemia
  • Decreased vision

How to use Opacia 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 Opacia Eye Drop works

Opacia Eye Drop is a prostaglandin analogue. It works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Opacia 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 feeding
CAUTION
Opacia Eye Drop should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
SAFE
Opacia Eye Drop does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Opacia Eye Drop?

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

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Quick tips

  • For best results, put one drop once a day in the evening/night in the affected eye(s).
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
  • Opacia Eye Drop may cause brown pigmentation of the iris. This discoloration may be permanent.
  • Your eyelashes may become more dense and eyelid skin may darken. These changes should disappear after discontinuing Opacia Eye Drop.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • Opacia Eye Drop helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Prostaglandin Analogu
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
PG F2 Alpha analogue

Patient concerns

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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
I have been taking Timolet OD drops everyday for the last three months to help with high ocular pressure. Lately I have been feeling opaqueness in vision.
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Visit glaucoma specialist for eye examination
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FAQs

Can Opacia Eye Drop cause dry eyes?

Though it does not occur in everyone, dry eyes is a common side effect of Opacia Eye Drop. If you experience severe dryness which irritates you, talk to your doctor who may suggest a remedy for this.

Does Opacia Eye Drop make eyelashes grow?

Yes, Opacia Eye Drop may gradually cause some changes to your eyelashes. It may increase the length, thickness, pigmentation and number of lashes. These changes are usually reversible and disappear after discontinuation of the treatment.

How long does it take for Opacia Eye Drop to work?

Opacia Eye Drop starts working quickly after about 2 hours of administration. The maximum effect of this medicine is reached after about 12 hours. Consult your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms in a day.

How should Opacia Eye Drop be used?

Always use Opacia Eye Drop as directed by your doctor. It is usually recommended to put one drop in the affected eye(s) once a day, in the evening. Use it in both the eyes if advised by the doctor. Take it for as long as your doctor has advised you.

How should Opacia Eye Drop be stored?

Store Opacia Eye Drop at 2°C - 25°C (36°F - 77°F). Keep it out of reach and sight of children. Before opening, keep the bottle in the container it came in to protect it from moisture. Do not use it after the expiry date. After opening the bottle, use it only for 2 weeks.

Can I stop Opacia Eye Drop if I am fine now?

No, you should not stop using Opacia Eye Drop without consulting your doctor. If you stop taking this medicine suddenly, the pressure in your eyes may not be controlled which may increase the risk of loss of sight.

When should I seek a doctor’s advice?

You should contact your doctor immediately if you develop an eye infection, conjunctivitis or an eyelid reaction. Also, you should inform the doctor if you have an eye injury or eye surgery. Discuss with your doctor if you have to continue using Opacia Eye Drop.

Can I use Opacia Eye Drop with contact lenses?

No, you should remove your contact lenses before instilling Opacia Eye Drop. You can re-insert the lens 15 minutes after using Opacia Eye Drop. Contact your doctor if there is any eye irritation that persists.

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Marketer details

Name: Sentiss Pharma
Address: 3rd Floor, 261, Udyog Vihar Phase- IV, Gurgaon, Haryana – 122001, India
Country of origin: India

MRP
480
Inclusive of all taxes
3.0 ml in 1 bottle
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