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About Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml
Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml belongs to a class of antihistamine, and it is primarily used to treat itching/irritation of the eyes due to allergic conjunctivitis. Allergic conjunctivitis is a quite common eye inflammation caused by an allergic reaction from allergens, especially during hay fever season. Its body’s reaction against substances it considers as potentially harmful.
Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml contains Alcaftadine. It works by blocking the release of histamine, which is responsible for allergic symptoms. Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml comes in ophthalmic dosage form (eye drops).
Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml is for external use only. If you wear contact lenses, remove it before using Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml, and you can put it back 10 minutes after using Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml. You may experience irritation in the eyes, headache, mild taste, swelling of the inside of the nose and throat in some cases. Most of these side effects of Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Take Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. Also, do not use Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml to treat irritation of the contact lens. It would be best to stop taking Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml abruptly as it may worsen your symptoms. Do not take Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml if you are allergic to Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml or any ingredient of Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml. Do not take any other eye medication along with Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml without talking to your doctor. Before using Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have or ever had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), any other eye problem, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml
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Medicinal Benefits
Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml contains Alcaftadine, and it is an H1 histamine receptor antagonist. It is used to treat itching of the eyes due to allergies. It works by inhibiting the natural substance (histamine) action that is responsible for causing allergic symptoms. Due to the release of histamine, symptoms such as itching of the eyes can be seen.
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Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml or any of the ingredients of Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml, what other prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Please do not stop taking Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml suddenly, as it might worsen your symptoms. Do not swallow this medication as it may cause harm if swallowed, Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml is intended for use in the eye only. Wash your hands before and after instilling Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml. To avoid any contamination, avoid touching the tip of the dropper. Do not put to eye medication simultaneously; wait for at least 5-10 minutes before putting in the second medication. If you develop/notice a new eye infection or injury, inform your doctor, change in eyesight, or awful (very bad) eye irritation after using Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml.
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Alcohol
Caution
Avoid alcoholic beverages with Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml as it can make you dehydrated and affect the eye's pressure.
Pregnancy
Caution
There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. A Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml should be used during pregnancy only if prescribed by a doctor if he/she thinks the potential benefit justifies the fetus's potential risk.
Breast Feeding
Caution
There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in breastfeeding women. Caution should be exercised, and it is advisable to consult a doctor before using it.
Driving
Unsafe
Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml can cause blurry vision. So, driving or operating machinery should not be done.
Liver
Safe if prescribed
No interaction was found. Please consult your doctor for further advice.
Kidney
Safe if prescribed
No interaction was found. Please consult your doctor for further advice.
Children
Caution
It is well tolerated in children when used as advised by the child specialist.
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Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml is used to treat itching/irritation of the eyes due to allergic conjunctivitis.
Yes, Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml is known to cause eye irritation. Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml contains a preservative Benzalkonium chloride, which is known to cause eye irritation. If it becomes severe, please visit your doctor immediately.
No, Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml 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 serious side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml belongs to a class of medicines known as an antihistamine. It works by inhibiting the natural substance (histamine) action responsible for causing allergic symptoms, thereby reducing allergy symptoms.
Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml may cause blurred vision. However, this effect will be temporarily seen after instilling Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml and gradually will wear off. Do not drive until you can see clearly.
No, avoid wearing contact lenses for at least 10 minutes after instilling Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml. This is because Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml contains benzalkonium chloride (preservative) which may be absorbed by contact lenses.
No, Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml should not be used simultaneously with other eye medications. At least, a gap of 10-15 minutes should be there between using two eye medications.
Before using Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml, ensure you’re not allergic to any of its ingredients, remove the contact lenses during its application, and be aware it may cause temporary eye irritation or blurred vision. You should not take any other eye medication along with Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml without talking to your doctor.
To use Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml, wash your hands before applying, tilt your head backwards, gently pull down the lower eyelid with your index finger to form a pocket, instil the prescribed drops, and close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. If you’re using more than one eye medication, apply them separately, leaving a gap of at least 5-10 minutes between each application.
Before using Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have or have had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), any other eye issues, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml to relieve irritation caused by contact lens. Also, let your doctor know if you are allergic to Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml or any of its ingredients.
The common side effects of Faddy Eye Drop 5 ml are eye irritation, eye redness, itching, burning, or stinging of the eye, runny nose, and headache. If these side effects persist or worsen, or if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult your doctor immediately.
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