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Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is used to treat dry eyes. It contains carboxymethylcellulose that works by providing lubrication to the eye and relieves the irritation and discomfort caused by dry eyes. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as pain, irritation or blurred vision. 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 Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE-1%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Klar Sehen Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Ophthalmic

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Care Tears 1% Gel Drop

Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is a sterile ophthalmic solution used to relieve dry, irritated eyes. It acts as a lubricant to protect your eyes from dryness, wind, sun, and computer screen strain. This medicine helps maintain the proper moisture balance on the surface of your eyes to prevent discomfort.

You can use Care Tears 1% Gel Drop as often as needed throughout the day, or as directed by your doctor. It is typically applied as one or two drops in the affected eye(s) whenever you feel dryness or irritation. Making simple lifestyle adjustments, such as taking regular breaks during screen time and drinking plenty of water, can also significantly improve your comfort.

Most people use this medicine without any major issues, but you may experience temporary mild stinging or blurred vision immediately after applying it. If you experience severe eye pain, changes in your vision, or persistent redness, stop using the drops and consult your doctor right away.

Talk to your doctor before using Care Tears 1% Gel Drop if you have an active eye infection, have recently had eye surgery, or are using other suggested eye medications. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed on the packaging.

If you use other eye drops or eye ointments, always wait at least 5 to 10 minutes between applying each product to prevent them from washing each other out. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or treating an elderly family member, it is best to consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Uses of Care Tears 1% Gel Drop

Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is used to relieve dry, irritated eyes. The detailed uses of Care Tears 1% Gel Drop are as follows:

  • Dry eye syndrome: Care Tears 1% Gel Drop acts as an artificial tear to relieve dryness caused by low tear production or rapid tear evaporation.
  • Environmental eye irritation: It protects the eye's surface from irritation caused by wind, heating, air conditioning, dust, or smoke.
  • Digital eye strain: It provides soothing relief for dryness and burning resulting from prolonged use of computers, smartphones, or other screens.
     

Key Benefits

Care Tears 1% Gel Drop helps relieve the symptoms of dry eyes by restoring moisture and protecting the surface of the eyes. By acting like natural tears, it provides lasting lubrication, improves comfort, and supports healthy eye function.

  • Provides Rapid Relief from Dry Eye Symptoms: By lubricating the eye surface, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop helps relieve burning, itching, irritation, and the gritty sensation commonly associated with dry eyes.
  • Protects the Eye Surface: Regular lubrication helps protect the cornea from damage caused by dryness and reduces friction during blinking, supporting healthy eye tissues.
  • Improves Everyday Visual Comfort: By maintaining adequate moisture on the eye surface, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop helps make activities such as reading, using digital screens, driving, and prolonged visual tasks more comfortable.
     

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • 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.
  • Replace the outer cap after use.
  • Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate Care Tears 1% Gel Drop.

How Care Tears 1% Gel Drop Works

Care Tears 1% Gel Drop contains carboxymethylcellulose, which works by acting as a lubricant that closely mimics the behaviour of your natural tears. When applied to the eye, the active ingredient binds to the corneal surface, holding water molecules in place. This helps to stabilise the tear film, which is the delicate layer of moisture covering your eye. By reinforcing this tear film, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop prevents moisture from evaporating too quickly. It creates a smooth, protective barrier over the eye, allowing the eyelid to glide easily during blinking, which reduces friction and prevents irritation.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is not known to interact with Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is taken together, but it should be taken in limit.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Due to the negligible systemic exposure and the lack of pharmacological activity, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop can be used during pregnancy only when a doctor recommends it.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Due to the negligible systemic exposure and the lack of pharmacological activity, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop can be used during pregnancy only when a doctor recommends it.

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Driving

Caution

Care Tears 1% Gel Drop may cause transient blurring of vision which may impair the ability to drive or operate machines. Patients should wait until their vision has cleared before driving or using machinery.

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Liver

Safe if suggested

It can be used safely as Care Tears 1% Gel Drop usually does not affect the liver.

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Kidney

Safe if suggested

It can be used safely as Care Tears 1% Gel Drop usually does not affect the Kidney.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Care Tears 1% Gel Drop can be given safely to children provided. However, please consult a doctor before giving Care Tears 1% Gel Drop to children.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease before using Care Tears 1% Gel Drop. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for use of Care Tears 1% Gel Drop in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Care Tears 1% Gel Drop

An overdose of Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is highly unlikely to cause serious harm because excess liquid will simply drain out of the eye. If you accidentally swallow the liquid or experience unusual symptoms, seek immediate medical attention.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to support your body's natural tear production.
  • Practise the 20-20-20 rule: When working on screens, look away every 20 minutes at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds to reduce eye strain.
  • Use a humidifier: Maintain indoor humidity levels, especially in dry, air-conditioned, or heated rooms, to slow tear evaporation.
  • Wear protective eyewear: Use wrap-around sunglasses outdoors to shield your eyes from drying winds and harsh sunlight.
  • Position your computer screen correctly: Keep your screen slightly below eye level so your eyelids are lowered, reducing the surface area of the eye exposed to air.
     
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Care Tears 1% Gel Drop to start to work: Care Tears 1% Gel Drop starts to show its action within 5 to 15 minutes of instillation. The time for which the effects of Care Tears 1% Gel Drop last: Care Tears 1% Gel Drop effect lasts for 1 to 2 hours.

What if you forget to take Care Tears 1% Gel Drop

If you miss a dose of Care Tears 1% Gel Drop, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule. Do not apply double the amount of drops to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

•Store the bottle at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C. •Do not freeze the medication.

Drug Warnings

  • Always check the solution before use; do not use it if the liquid is cloudy, discoloured, or contains particles.
  • Never touch the dropper tip to your eye, fingers, or any other surface to prevent bacterial contamination.
  • If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying Care Tears 1% Gel Drop, and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back in, unless the packaging specifically states the drops are safe for use with contacts.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery immediately after use, as your vision may be temporarily blurry.
  • If your symptoms do not improve within 72 hours, or if they get worse, stop using the product and talk to your doctor.
     

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Other eye drops or eye ointments: Using Care Tears 1% Gel Drop at the same time as other ophthalmic products may dilute the medications or wash them out. Always space different eye products at least 5 to 10 minutes apart, applying ointments last.
     
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 Care Tears 1% Gel Drop 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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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[EYE LUBRICANTS]

FAQs

Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is used to treat dry eyes, a condition in which the eye fails to make enough tears to coat it, which exposes the cornea and conjunctiva (outer coverings of the eye) to evaporation and subsequent damage.
Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is an eye lubricant, also known as artificial tears. It works similar to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to the eye's dryness by maintaining proper lubrication of the eyes and acting as a protectant against further irritation.
No, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop should not be used simultaneously with other eye medications. At least, a gap of 5 to 10 minutes should be there between using two eye medications.
No, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop should not be used for the ears. It is indicated to treat dry eyes.
Check the outer package for directions. Break the seal and tighten the cap on the nozzle until the bottle is pierced.
Though it is safe, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop should be used in children only if advised by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Care Tears 1% Gel Drop in children.
Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is not known to cause cataracts.
No, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop does not have any effects on the heart.
Care Tears 1% Gel Drop can be used at any time of the day, particularly in waking hours.
Care Tears 1% Gel Drop contains Carboxymethylcellulose, an eye lubricant which is used to treat dry eyes.
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.
The side effects of Care Tears 1% Gel Drop are irritation, pain, and blurred vision. If the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Store Care Tears 1% Gel Drop at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
No, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is not bad. It is a safe and well-tolerated medicine.
Yes, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is good for eyes. It lubricates the eyes and relieves discomfort.
Avoid using Care Tears 1% Gel Drop if it is past the expiry date or if the solution has changed colour or is cloudy.
It depends on the formulation. Many multi-dose bottles contain preservatives that can damage or discolour soft contact lenses. It is generally recommended to remove your lenses before applying Care Tears 1% Gel Drop and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back in. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist to find out if your specific version of Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is preservative-free and safe to use with contacts.
You can typically use Care Tears 1% Gel Drop as often as needed to relieve dryness and discomfort, usually 4 to 6 times a day. If you find yourself needing to use it more frequently, or if your dry eye symptoms persist, talk to your doctor.
Yes, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop can cause temporary, mild blurring of your vision immediately after application as the drops coat the surface of your eye. This usually clears up within a few minutes. Avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is completely clear.
Yes, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop acts locally on the eye surface and is not absorbed into the body in significant amounts, making it generally safe to use during pregnancy. However, as with all medications, it is wise to talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using it.
A mild, temporary stinging sensation can occur right after you apply the drops. This is common and usually passes quickly. If the stinging is severe, worsens, or is accompanied by redness or pain, stop using the drops and consult your doctor.
Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is designed to relieve dryness and mild irritation. If your red eyes are caused by dryness or wind, it may help. However, if the redness is due to an infection, allergy, or injury, you may need a different treatment. Talk to your doctor for an accurate diagnosis.
Yes, most multi-dose eye drop bottles must be discarded 4 weeks (28 days) after opening to prevent bacterial contamination. Single-use vials should be thrown away immediately after one use. Always check the product packaging for specific instructions.
No, Care Tears 1% Gel Drop is a lubricant and does not contain any germ-fighting or antibiotic ingredients. It will not cure an eye infection. If you have signs of an infection, such as yellow or green discharge, pain, or extreme swelling, talk to your doctor immediately.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

63, N.S.C. Bose Road, 5Th Floor, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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