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Artificial Tears Drops is used to treat dry eyes. It contains Hypromellose, which increases tear viscosity and provides relief from discomfort. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as blurred vision, eye pain, foreign body sensation, irritation, and redness. Avoid touching the container's tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the product.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

HYPROMELLOSE-0.3%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sunways (India) Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Ophthalmic

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Artificial Tears Drops

Artificial Tears Drops is a sterile ophthalmic solution used to relieve dryness, irritation, and discomfort in the eyes. It acts as a soothing lubricant to ease burning or grittiness caused by environmental factors like wind, dust, heating, or prolonged screen use. It is also commonly used to moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate the eyes during specific diagnostic eye examinations.

You can use Artificial Tears Drops as frequently as needed throughout the day, or exactly as recommended by your eye care professional, to maintain eye comfort. Because these are eye drops applied directly to the ocular surface, food intake does not affect how the medication works. Making simple changes, such as drinking more water and reducing your screen time, can also significantly improve your dry eye symptoms and support the effects of the drops.

While using Artificial Tears Drops, some people may experience mild, temporary blurred vision or a brief stinging sensation immediately after putting the drops in. These symptoms usually resolve quickly on their own. However, if you experience severe eye pain, changes in your vision, or persistent redness and irritation that does not improve, you should stop using the drops and consult your doctor immediately.

Before you begin using Artificial Tears Drops, talk to your doctor if you have an active eye infection, have recently had eye surgery, or have experienced a serious eye injury. Do not use this product if you have a known allergy or sensitivity to any of the ingredients listed on the product packaging.

There are no known major interactions between Artificial Tears Drops and alcohol or smoking, though tobacco smoke can aggravate dry eye symptoms. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing the care of an elderly family member, talk to your doctor or pharmacist to ensure these drops are appropriate for your specific situation.

Uses of Artificial Tears Drops

Here are the common eye conditions that Artificial Tears Drops is used to manage:

  • Dry eye syndrome: Artificial Tears Drops serves as a substitute for natural tears, coating the surface of the eye to relieve dryness, stinging, and the feeling of having sand in your eyes.
  • Environmental eye irritation: It helps protect and soothe the eyes from external irritants such as dry air, wind, smoke, air conditioning, and glare.
  • Contact lens discomfort: It provides lubrication to moisten hard contact lenses, making them more comfortable to wear throughout the day.

Key Benefits

Artificial Tears Drops provides several benefits by restoring moisture and protecting the surface of the eyes:

  • Provides Fast Relief from Dryness: It quickly relieves burning, stinging, itching, and discomfort caused by dry eyes.
  • Lubricates and Moisturises the Eyes: By mimicking the natural tear film, it helps maintain moisture on the surface of the eyes for longer-lasting comfort.
  • Protects the Eye Surface: It forms a protective lubricating layer over the cornea, helping reduce irritation and protect against minor damage caused by dryness.
  • Improves Everyday Eye Comfort: By reducing dryness and irritation, it helps make activities such as reading, using digital screens, or wearing contact lenses more comfortable.
Side effects of Artificial Tears Drops 10 ml

Directions for Use

  • Use Artificial Tears Drops three times daily; however, follow your doctor's advice regarding the dosage and duration.
  • Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Gently pull your lower eyelid with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of eye drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes after instilling Artificial Tears Drops.
  • Avoid touching the applicator tip. Always keep the bottle securely closed and upright when not in use to prevent contamination. Wash your hands before and after application.

How Artificial Tears Drops Works

Artificial Tears Drops contains a lubricating agent that helps relieve dry, irritated eyes by providing long-lasting moisture and protection. Artificial Tears Drops works by forming a smooth, transparent layer over the surface of the eye. It blends with your natural tears, increasing the stability and thickness of the tear film while reducing tear evaporation. This helps keep the eyes well-lubricated, protects them from irritation caused by blinking, and provides lasting comfort. Together, these actions help relieve symptoms of dry eyes, such as burning, irritation, grittiness, and discomfort, while keeping the surface of the eye moist and protected.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of alcohol with Artificial Tears Drops is unknown. Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Artificial Tears Drops is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering/receiving this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Artificial Tears Drops is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering/receiving this medicine.

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Driving

Caution

After application of the Artificial Tears Drops, vision may be unclear, so take some time, relax, and then go for a drive.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Artificial Tears Drops is probably safe to use in liver diseases. Please consult your doctor before using Artificial Tears Drops.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Artificial Tears Drops is probably safe to use in kidney diseases. Please consult your doctor before using the Artificial Tears Drops.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Before using Artificial Tears Drops, inform your doctor because your doctor may make dose adjustments.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Artificial Tears Drops is generally considered safe for individuals with heart conditions. However, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Artificial Tears Drops is generally considered safe for elderly patients when used as recommended by a doctor. Please consult your doctor before using Artificial Tears Drops.

What if I have taken an overdose of Artificial Tears Drops

Using too many drops is highly unlikely to cause serious medical issues. If you accidentally put too many drops in your eye, you can rinse it with clean, lukewarm water. If someone accidentally swallows the solution, contact a poison control centre or seek medical attention right away.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to support your body's natural tear production and overall hydration.
  • Use a humidifier: Use a cool-mist humidifier in dry indoor environments, especially in heated or air-conditioned rooms, to keep the air moist.
  • Follow the 20-20-20 rule: During prolonged computer or screen work, every 20 minutes, look at an object 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds to give your eyes a rest.
  • Protect your eyes outdoors: Wear wrap-around sunglasses when outdoors to shield your eyes from drying winds, dust, and sun glare.
  • Adjust your screen position: Position computer screens slightly below eye level so you do not have to open your eyes as wide, which helps reduce tear evaporation.
     

Health Queries

My right eye is watering and slightly red, and I also have a cold; what medicine or eye drops should I use?

Veda Maddala

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Your symptoms suggest viral conjunctivitis, commonly known as 'pink eye,' which often accompanies a cold. Since it is viral, antibiotic drops won't help, and it usually resolves on its own within 1 to 2 weeks. To relieve discomfort, use over-the-counter preservative-free artificial tears (lubricating eye drops) 4-6 times a day and apply a cool compress to your closed eye. Avoid 'redness-relief' drops as they can worsen irritation. Wash your hands frequently and avoid sharing towels, as this is highly contagious. If you experience eye pain, vision changes, or worsening redness, please see an eye doctor for an in-person evaluation.

I have an eye infection with very pink and watery eyes, what medicine or eye drops should I use?

Veda Maddala

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Your symptoms of pink, watery eyes suggest conjunctivitis (pink eye), which can be viral, allergic, or bacterial. Because viral conjunctivitis is the most common cause, antibiotic drops will not work and should be avoided unless prescribed. For immediate relief, use over-the-counter lubricating artificial tears and apply a cool, damp compress to your closed eyes. Practice strict hygiene: wash your hands frequently and avoid rubbing your eyes to prevent spreading the infection. Please consult a doctor or optometrist for a proper diagnosis, especially if you experience eye pain, vision changes, or sensitivity to light.

My child is having unusual sweating or watery discharge only from the left eye, and I am concerned about it. What should I do now to get it checked or managed properly?

Veda Maddala

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Watery discharge or unusual tearing from only one eye in a child can happen due to mild irritation, allergy, blocked tear duct, dust exposure, or sometimes early eye infection. In many cases, the eye produces extra tears when it is trying to protect itself from dryness or irritation, so it may look like constant watering. If there is no redness or pain, it is often a minor issue, but it still needs attention because one-sided symptoms should not be ignored. At home, you can gently clean the eye with clean cotton and boiled, cooled water, and make sure the child avoids rubbing the eye. Keep the face and hands clean and reduce exposure to dust or smoke. If it is related to a blocked tear duct, a warm compress and gentle massage near the inner corner of the eye may sometimes help. If there is redness, sticky discharge, swelling, pain, fever, or vision changes, it is important to get an eye examination early. A pediatric eye specialist can check for infection or blockage and suggest proper treatment if needed.

I have had a blood clot (red spot) in my eye for the past 4 months. What could be the cause and treatment?

G.santoshini Reddy

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

A red spot in the eye is most commonly due to a small broken blood vessel called a subconjunctival haemorrhage, which is usually harmless and clears on its own within 1-2 weeks, but since yours has lasted for 4 months, it needs proper evaluation. Possible causes include repeated minor trauma (like rubbing the eye), uncontrolled blood pressure, diabetes, or use of blood-thinning medicines. There is usually no specific treatment, but using lubricating eye drops can give comfort; the main step is to identify and treat the underlying cause. It is important to consult an eye specialist to check your eyes and also monitor your blood pressure and blood sugar, especially if you have related conditions. Seek urgent care if you notice pain, vision changes, or increasing redness.

My child has had itchy eyes for the past few days. There is no swelling, redness, or discharge, but he keeps rubbing his eyes frequently. What could be the reason for this?

G.santoshini Reddy

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

If your child has itchy eyes without redness, swelling, or discharge, it is often due to mild irritation from dust, dryness, screen exposure, or early allergic conjunctivitis. Children may rub their eyes frequently when they feel itching or dryness. You can help by keeping the eyes clean, reducing screen time, avoiding dust or allergens, and using a clean cold compress over the eyes for a few minutes. Make sure your child washes their hands often and avoids rubbing the eyes too much. If the itching continues for several days or symptoms like redness, watering, or discharge appear, it is best to consult a doctor for proper evaluation and treatment.
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How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Artificial Tears Drops to start to work: Artificial Tears Drops ideally shows its action within 1 to 2 hours after administration.
  • The time for which the effects of Artificial Tears Drops last: The duration of action for Artificial Tears Drops is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Artificial Tears Drops

If you miss a dose of Artificial Tears Drops, apply the drops as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for your next application, skip the missed dose and resume your regular routine. Do not apply a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

•Store Artificial Tears Drops at room temperature, between 15°C and 30°C (59°F to 86°F), in a cool, dry place. •Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use, and protect it from freezing and direct sunlight.

Drug Warnings

  • Inspect before use: Do not use the drops if the solution is cloudy, discolored, or contains visible particles.
  • Keep the dropper sterile: Do not touch the tip of the dropper to your eye, eyelid, fingers, or any surface.
  • Remove contact lenses: If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before using Artificial Tears Drops and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
  • Be cautious after application: Avoid driving or operating machinery immediately after using the drops, as temporary blurred vision may occur.
  • Space multiple eye medications: If using other eye drops or ointments, wait at least 5 to 10 minutes between each product to prevent one medication from washing out the other.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Although Artificial Tears Drops has very few medicine interactions, using it correctly with other eye medications helps ensure each treatment works as intended.

  • Other ophthalmic medications: Using other eye drops or ointments at the same time as Artificial Tears Drops can wash out the active ingredients or reduce their effectiveness. Always wait at least 5 to 10 minutes between different eye applications.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with Artificial Tears Drops when used as directed.

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Therapeutic Class

[EYE LUBRICANTS]

FAQs

Artificial Tears Drops is an eye lubricant or artificial tears that relieve dry eyes. It is also used as a surgical aid during eye surgeries such as cataract extraction and lens implantation to prevent damage to the cornea, facilitate operation, and reduce the risk of postoperative complications.
Artificial Tears Drops contains Hypromellose, which works by increasing tear viscosity in the eye. This provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort.
Artificial Tears Drops causes common side effects, such as blurred vision, eye pain, a foreign body sensation in the eyes, eye irritation, and eye redness. If the condition persists, seek medical advice.
If your Artificial Tears Drops eye drops contain a preservative such as benzalkonium chloride, remove your soft contact lenses before applying the drops. Wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them. Avoid wearing contact lenses if your eyes are irritated, red, or infected unless your eye care professional advises otherwise.
It is better to apply the Artificial Tears Drops first because ointments do not allow eye drops to enter the eye. If ointment is applied first, eyedrops will drain from the eye.
No, you should not stop Artificial Tears Drops suddenly. Consult your doctor before stopping Artificial Tears Drops.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep Artificial Tears Drops out of the sight and reach of children.
Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Gently pull your lower eyelid with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of eye drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes after instilling Artificial Tears Drops.
No, it is not bad. It is considered low toxicity to non-toxic.
The recommended dose is one or two drops three times daily as needed, or as directed by your doctor.
Artificial Tears Drops is intended for eye use only. It's designed to relieve dry eye discomfort. Using it in the ears may cause irritation.
To open Artificial Tears Drops, wash your hands, unscrew the cap, invert the bottle, gently squeeze one or two drops into your eye, close your eye, and replace the cap.
Yes, you can use Artificial Tears Drops at night. It's a common practice to use artificial tears like Artificial Tears Drops before bed to help soothe and lubricate dry eyes during sleep. This can be particularly beneficial for individuals who experience dry eye symptoms, especially at night.
The lubricating liquid is thicker than natural tears, which can cause mild, temporary blurring right after application. This is normal and should clear up within a few minutes after blinking. Talk to your doctor if the blurriness persists.
Yes, Artificial Tears Drops acts locally on the surface of the eye and is generally considered safe during pregnancy. However, it is always best to talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting any new medication during pregnancy.
No, Artificial Tears Drops is a lubricant designed to soothe dryness and irritation. It does not contain any germ-fighting ingredients and will not cure an eye infection. Talk to your doctor if you suspect you have an infection.
Most preservative-containing eye drops must be thrown away 4 weeks after opening to prevent bacteria from growing in the bottle. Always read the packaging or talk to your pharmacist to verify the discard timeline for your specific brand.
If the tip touches your eye or eyelid, it may contaminate the remaining solution. It is safest to discard the bottle and start a new one to prevent eye infections. Talk to your pharmacist if you need a replacement.
Yes, you can use them together, but you must space them out. Apply your prescription drops first, wait 5 to 10 minutes, and then apply Artificial Tears Drops to avoid washing away your prescription medication. Talk to your doctor to confirm the best schedule.

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

1002-1003, 10th Floor, Windfall, Sahar Plaza, J.B.Nagar, Andheri-Kurla Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai-400059. Maharashtra, India.
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