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Carelash Ophthalmic Solution

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Emkay Sales Corporation

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

About Carelash Ophthalmic Solution

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution contains an ophthalmic medication called bimatoprost is used to treat raised /increased pressure in the eye in patients suffering from open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged. This damaged nerve leads to an increase in eye pressure abnormally. Carelash Ophthalmic Solution is used alone or in combination with other drugs for treating increased eye pressure. 

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution contains Bimatoprost, which is a prostaglandin analogue. It is primarily used in treating high pressure in the eye. It works by increasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) and reducing eye pressure.

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution is for ophthalmic use only. Before using it, wash your hands thoroughly to avoid any infection. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Carelash Ophthalmic Solution, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Carelash Ophthalmic Solution. This medicine may cause certain side effects, such as eye itching and conjunctival hyperemia (inflammation in the eye) in some cases. Most of these side effects of Carelash Ophthalmic Solution are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution should be avoided if allergic to it or sulphonamides. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. You should not stop taking Carelash Ophthalmic Solution suddenly as it may increase eye pressure. Do not take Carelash Ophthalmic Solution if you have/had a severe kidney problem or liver disease. Check with your doctor before starting Carelash Ophthalmic Solution if you have dry eyes and cornea problems. Also, Carelash Ophthalmic Solution should not be stopped suddenly as it may lead to severe side effects. Do not take any other eye medication with Carelash Ophthalmic Solution without consulting your doctor.

Uses of Carelash Ophthalmic Solution

Treatment of Glaucoma

Medicinal Benefits

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution contains Bimatoprost, which is a prostaglandin analogue. It is primarily used in treating the high pressure of the eye in patients with glaucoma. It works by increasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby reducing eye pressure. If the pressure is too high, it can also lead to loss of sight. Carelash Ophthalmic Solution should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Directions for Use

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using Carelash Ophthalmic Solution. 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 Carelash Ophthalmic Solution.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Carelash Ophthalmic Solution

  • Eye itching
  • Conjunctival hyperemia (inflammation in the eye)
  • Dry eyes
  • Burning eyes
  • Eye pain or irritation
  • Eye tearing
  • Headaches
  • Darker skin around your eye

Drug Warnings

Do not use Carelash Ophthalmic Solution if you are allergic or hypersensitive to Carelash Ophthalmic Solution, other antibiotics, or sulfa drugs. Inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, especially eye medications and products that contain aspirin and vitamins. If you have a kidney problem, uveitis, macular oedema, or are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting Carelash Ophthalmic Solution, and dose adjustment may be required. If you are taking other eye medication, please tell your doctor beforehand. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Carelash Ophthalmic Solution, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Carelash Ophthalmic Solution. Wash your hands properly before using Carelash Ophthalmic Solution to avoid any infection.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug Interactions: Carelash Ophthalmic Solution may interact with other prostaglandins ophthalmic medications like latanoprost, tafluprost, travoprost, and unoprostone.

Drug-Food Interactions: Carelash Ophthalmic Solution interacts with non-prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have or ever had liver or kidney disease, uveitis (eye inflammation), or macular edema (building up of fluid in the eye leading to swelling.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LATANOPROST
  • TAFLUPROST
  • TRAVOPROST
  • UNOPROSTONE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid intake of baked foods such as cakes, cookies, doughnuts or fried items such as French fries and stick margarine as these foods may worsen glaucoma and damage the optic nerve.
  • Cut down your coffee intake as it may increase pressure in the eye, and replace coffee with green tea.
  • Avoid exercises such as any position where the head is lower than the body, like an inverted yoga pose, as it may increase pressure in the eye. Doing selective exercises is advised for glaucoma patients.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Glaucoma: Glaucoma is an eye condition which causes damage to the optic nerve (essential for good vision) due to abnormally increased pressure in the eye. If it is not treated in time, it may cause blindness. Usually, there are no symptoms of glaucoma initially except the slow loss of vision gradually. However, some symptoms include visible rainbow-coloured circles around bright lights or blurred vision. Rarely glaucoma can develop suddenly with intense pain in the eye, visual disturbance or nausea. Ocular hypertension is a condition caused due to poor drainage of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye that maintains normal pressure by its continuous flow). This leads to a build-up of excess fluid in the eye resulting in increased pressure inside the eye without any damage to the optic nerve. If ocular hypertension is not controlled, it may lead to glaucoma.

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Alcohol

Caution

No interaction was found. However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution is generally safe to take during pregnancy. If you have concerns, discuss them with your doctor before using Carelash Ophthalmic Solution.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution is generally safe to take in breastfeeding. If you have concerns, discuss them with the doctor before using Carelash Ophthalmic Solution.

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Driving

Unsafe

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution can cause side effects like eye itching, eye burning or eye pain which can affect your driving ability. Hence, avoid driving after using Carelash Ophthalmic Solution.

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Liver

Caution

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution to be used with caution if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Please consult the doctor; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution to be used with caution if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Please consult the doctor; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

It can be safely used in children if prescribed by a doctor.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Carelash Ophthalmic Solution contains Bimatoprost, which is a prostaglandin analogue. It is primarily used in treating high pressure in the eye in patients with glaucoma. It works by increasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) and reducing eye pressure.
No, Carelash Ophthalmic Solution should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.
You should inform your doctor if you are undergoing dental surgery, and he might stop the use of Carelash Ophthalmic Solution before the surgery.
Do not stop taking Carelash Ophthalmic Solution without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Carelash Ophthalmic Solution, you may experience increased eye pressure. It can also lead to loss of sight. Depending on your disease condition, your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually.
No, Carelash Ophthalmic Solution should not be taken if your uveitis (eye inflammation). Inform your doctor before starting Carelash Ophthalmic Solution; the dose might be prescribed according to your medical condition.

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