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Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel

Marketer
Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION
Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (0.3% w/v)
Preservative
Sodium perborate
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Product introduction

Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel 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.

Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel is used for the relief of features of dry eye (burning, irritation or dryness of eyes)

Uses of Lacryl Ophthalmic Gel

Benefits of Lacryl Ophthalmic Gel

In 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. Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel keeps your eyes lubricated and can relieve any dryness and pain. They will also help protect your eyes from injury and infection.

Side effects of Lacryl Ophthalmic Gel

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 Lacryl

  • Blurred vision
  • Eye irritation
  • Eye pain
  • Eye redness
  • Foreign body sensation in eyes

How to use Lacryl Ophthalmic Gel

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 tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel 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

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel 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
Oligosaccharides.
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Tear substitues

Patient concerns

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I WAS USING CONTACT LENSES BUT AFTER 6 MONTHS WHEN I WAS WEARING IRRITATION WAS THERE DOCTOR MY EYE IS DRY I SLEPT ONCE WITH CONTACT SO WHEN REMOVING IT CAUSEDA SEVERE PAIN CAN YOU TELL ME THE CAUSES AND TREATMENT SO I CAN WEAR CONTACT i am using lacryl ultra eye drops tell should i use glassesall time or only for use give tips about nutrition about eye nutrition and cure myopia
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Contact lenses shd nt be used for a long time. Irritation after long use is common. Lacryl ultra eyedrop is okay. Take green vegetables n yellow fruits. . For myopia. . U can undergo surgery after 18 yr of age
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i got too much irirtaion and puffy swaloed eyes
Dr. Vishal Arora
Ophthalmology
get examined for allergy and dry eyes
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FAQs

What is Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel?

Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel belongs to a class of medicines called eye lubricants or artificial tears. It is available as eye drops. It is used to soothe irritation, burning and discomfort of dry eye conditions. One may experience such conditions because of deficient tear production, infrequent blinking, smoke, wind, pollution, extended use of computer screen or television, medical treatment or dry atmospheric conditions. Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel may also be used to aid insertion of lenses or to make the lenses more comfortable while wearing.

Is Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel effective?

Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

How should Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel 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 you are not sure.

In which conditions is the use of Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel avoided?

Use of Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel for the first time, consult your doctor.

What are the side effects of Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel?

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 Lacryl Gentle Eye Gel 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.

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References

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  3. Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (Ophthalmic Solution) [Package Insert]. Bangalore, India: Alcon Laboratories (India) Pvt Ltd.External Link

Marketer details

Name: Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Ashirwad building, S.V.Road, Opp. Badi Masjid, Bandra(W), Mumbai-400050, INDIA
Country of origin: India
MRP
₹318
Inclusive of all taxes
10.0 gm in 1 tube
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