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About Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml

Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of medicines called immunosuppressants used in the treatment of severe keratitis (inflammation of the cornea) in adults. Also, it is used to treat dry eyes in patients whose condition has not been improved with artificial tears. A dry eye is a common condition that occurs when tears are unable to provide sufficient moisture. 

Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml contains Cyclosporine, which works by increasing tear production and decreasing inflammation (swelling) in the eye. 

Use Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience eye irritation, eye pain, watery eyes, itching in the eye, redness or swelling of the eyelid, and blurred vision using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml. Avoid using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml while you are wearing contact lenses. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. If you have or had an eye infection, inform your doctor before using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml. 

Uses of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml

Dry eyes and severe keratitis

Directions for Use

Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Do not touch the tip of the container to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml. Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml is for external use only. Do not inject Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml.

Medicinal Benefits

Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml contains Cyclosporine, an immunosuppressant that increases tear production and decreases inflammation (swelling) in the eye. Thus, it is used in the treatment of severe keratitis (inflammation of the cornea) and to treat dry eyes in patients whose condition has not been improved with artificial tears. 

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml

  • Eye irritation
  • Eye pain
  • Watery eyes
  • Itching in the eye
  • Redness or swelling of the eyelid
  • Blurred vision

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor. Avoid using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml while you are wearing contact lenses. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. If you have or had an eye infection, inform your doctor before using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of 15 minutes between using other eye medicines and Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml. Discard the bottle after 4 weeks of first opening to prevent infections.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CiclosporinCidofovir
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CiclosporinSimvastatin
Critical

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CiclosporinCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Taking cyclosporine with cidofovir can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml with Cidofovir is not recommended, but can be taken be together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor
CiclosporinSimvastatin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Combining Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml and Simvastatin can increase the blood levels and effects of Simvastatin. This can increase the risk of side effects such as liver damage and rhabdomyolysis(involves the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml and Simvastatin together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, fever or dark colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
CiclosporinBosentan
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
When Bosentan is taken with Cyclosporine, it may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml with Bosentan is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe headache, nausea, or an increased heart rate, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CiclosporinBaricitinib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Co-administration of Baricitinib with Cyclosporine can increase the risk of infections as well as some cancers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml with Baricitinib is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CiclosporinPitavastatin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Coadministration of pitavastatin with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml may significantly increase the blood levels of pitavastatin which can increase the risk of side effects such as liver problems and rhabdomyolysis(involves the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pitavastatin with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml is not recommended, as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like unexpected bruising or bleeding, skin rash, itching, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, yellowing of the skin or eyes, unexplained muscular pain, tenderness, or weakness, fever, dark urine, chills, joint pain, or swelling, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
CiclosporinHuman immunoglobulin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Coadministration of Human immunoglobulin with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml, may raise the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Human immunoglobulin and Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CiclosporinClarithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Co-administration of Clarithromycin with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml may increase the effects of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Clarithromycin can be taken with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dizziness, weakness, headache, tremors, fits, fever, sore throat, unusual bruising or bleeding, and increased or decreased urination. Do not discontinue the medication without a doctor's advice.
CiclosporinLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Using leflunomide together with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml can increase the risk of side effects

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml with leflunomide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as serious infection, anemia, bleeding problems, paleness, fatigue, dizziness, bruising, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, or pain during urination. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CiclosporinLovastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Co-administration of lovastatin with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml may significantly increase the blood levels of lovastatin. This can raise the chance of side effects such as liver injury and rhabdomyolysis, an uncommon but serious illness that causes the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue. Rhabdomyolysis occasionally results in kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking lovastatin with cyclosporine together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially accompanied by fever or dark colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, you should consult the doctor.
CiclosporinIndinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Taking indinavir with ciclosporine may increase the blood levels and effects of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of cyclosporine and indinavir can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, weakness, headache, shaking, fits, and increased or decreased urination, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Use a humidifier in your room to increase moisture and avoid dry climates. 
  • Limit the time you spend in front of the television or computer.
  • If dry eyes are caused by environmental factors, wear protective eyewear during outdoor activities when it’s windy and avoid exposure to cigarette smoke. 
  • Limit wearing contact lenses and use soft contact lenses if you have dry eyes, as they are moist and allow the eye to breathe better than hard contact lenses.
  • Take omega-3-fatty acid supplements as they may be helpful in treating dry eyes. 

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Special Advise

Regular eye examinations are recommended every 3 to 6 months to assess the effects of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 5 ml.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Dry eyes: A common condition occurs when tears do not provide enough moisture. Redness, pain, burning sensation, sensitivity to light, blurred vision, discomfort in the eye, watery eyes, difficulty reading or sitting in front of a computer for an extended period of time, or eyes becoming tired faster than usual are some of the symptoms.

Keratitis: Inflammation of the cornea occurs as a result of wearing contact lenses frequently, injury, diabetes, or surgery.

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