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Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box)

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is an ophthalmic lubricant used to treat dry eye syndrome. It relieves foreign body sensation, burning sensation, and itching of the eyes by restoring the tear formation in dry eyes. Common side effects include eye irritation and temporary blurry vision. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines, as it may cause temporary blurred vision. Most of these side effects are temporary and mild. However, consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

CHLOROQUINE-0.03%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

FDC Ltd

Consume Type :

Ophthalmic

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box)

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) belongs to the class of 'ophthalmic lubricants' used to treat dry eye syndrome. Dry eye syndrome is a disorder of the tear film of the eye that leads to a deficiency of tears or extreme evaporation of the tears, causing damage to the ocular surface.

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is composed of Chloroquine, a topical lubricant. It works by restoring the tear formation in dry eyes. It also relieves foreign body sensation, burning sensation, and itching of the eyes. It further reduces inflammation and maintains ocular surface stability.

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is for ophthalmic (for the eye) use only. Common side effects of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) include eye irritation and temporary blurry vision. These side effects will typically resolve over time and may not occur in every patient who uses this medication. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult a doctor for advice.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) or any other medications you are taking. Avoid contact of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) with the eye, eyelids, fingers, and other surfaces to prevent contamination. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box). This medicine may cause temporary blurred vision; hence, drive only when you are alert and have clear vision. Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) should be used in children only when advised by a doctor.

Uses of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box)

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is used in the treatment of various medical conditions. The detailed uses of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) are as follows:

  • Treatment of dry eye syndrome: Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) helps alleviate symptoms of dry eye syndrome by reducing inflammation and improving tear film stability, thereby providing relief from eye dryness, irritation, and discomfort.

Key Benefits

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) contains Chloroquine, an ophthalmic lubricant. It works by restoring the tear formation in dry eyes. It also relieves foreign body sensation, burning sensation, and itching of the eyes. It has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce inflammation and maintain ocular surface stability.

Side effects of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box)

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
  • Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Gently pull your lower eyelid with your index finger to create a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
  • Wipe off any excess liquid around your eyes with a clean tissue. Do not rub your eyes, even if your vision is blurry. Wash your hands before and after use.

How Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) Works

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is composed of Chloroquine, a topical lubricant. It works by restoring the tear formation in dry eyes. It also relieves foreign body sensation, burning sensation, and itching of the eyes. It further reduces inflammation and maintains ocular surface stability.
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Alcohol

Caution

There is limited information available on how Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) interacts with alcohol. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant before using Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box). The doctor may prescribe this medication only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There are limited studies on how Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) affects breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor before using Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) if you have any concerns or questions.

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Driving

Caution

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) may cause side effects such as temporary blurred vision, which can affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. Avoid these activities if you experience such symptoms, and only resume them once your vision is clear and you feel fully alert.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment before starting Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) to ensure safety.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) to ensure safety.

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Children

Caution

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) should be used for children only when prescribed by a doctor. Consult the doctor before using Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) on your children.

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Heart

Caution

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) may pose risks for heart patients due to potential effects on heart rhythm. Use only under medical supervision to ensure safety with your cardiac condition.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) may be used in geriatric patients, but older adults are more vulnerable to side effects like eye irritation or systemic absorption. It's best to use it under a doctor's supervision to ensure safety and proper monitoring.

What if I have taken an overdose of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box)

Use Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) as prescribed by your doctor. Overdose may cause loss of visual acuity and colour perception, pupillary dilatation, nausea and vomiting, gastrointestinal irritation, diarrhoea, drug-induced liver injury, myopathy and weakness. Seek immediate medical help if an overdose is suspected.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Eat foods rich in antioxidants, such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, and dark chocolate, etc.
  • Identify your allergy triggers, including pollen, dust, and other environmental factors.
  • Do not rub your eyes, even if some ophthalmic drugs cause your eyes to itch.
  • If you wear contact lenses, clean and replace them as often as recommended by your eye care professional. Never share contact lenses. Always wash your hands before inserting and removing the contact lens. 
  • Avoid staring at the digital screens for extended periods. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
  • Blink often to help spread the hydrating substances, such as mucus and tears, across the eyes.
  • Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
  • Avoid sharing eye-makeup products, such as eyeliner, mascara, or kohl.
  • Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) to start to work: The onset time of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) has not been clinically established. The time for which the effects of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) last: The duration of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box)’s effect is clinically not established.

What if you forget to take Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box)

If you miss a dose of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box), instil it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule. Do not instil a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep out of sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box). Avoid touching the tip of the dropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while using eye drops since it contaminates the dispensing container and medicine. If you wear contact lenses, remove them while administering the medicine into the eye. It is advised to check with your doctor before using Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines until you have clear vision since Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) may cause temporary blurred vision. Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) should be used for children only if prescribed by the doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found/established.

ChloroquineTelavancin
Critical
ChloroquineAgalsidase beta
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChloroquineTelavancin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box):
Using Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) together with telavancin can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telavancin with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is not recommended, as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloroquineAgalsidase beta
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box):
Using Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) with Agalsidase beta can reduce the effectiveness of agalsidase beta.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Agalsidase beta with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ChloroquineAuranofin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box):
Taking Auranofin with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) can increase the risk of blood disorders and other severe side effects

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Auranofin with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloroquineThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box):
When Thioridazine and Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) are taken together, can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) with Thioridazine is not recommended, as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloroquineAurothioglucose
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box):
Taking Aurothioglucose with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) can cause blood disorders and other severe side effects

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aurothioglucose with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is not recommended, as it can cause an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloroquineAgalsidase alfa
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box):
When Agalsidase alfa is used with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box), it may decrease the effectiveness of the Agalsidase alfa.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Agalsidase alfa with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ChloroquineDronedarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box):
When Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is taken with Dronedarone, it may increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) with Dronedarone is not recommended, as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloroquinePazopanib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box):
Taking pazopanib with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pazopanib with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloroquineCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box):
Taking Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) with Cisapride can increase the risk of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) with Cisapride is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately.
ChloroquineMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box):
Taking Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) with Mesoridazine together can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) with Mesoridazine is not recommended, as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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

Drug-Food Interactions

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No

Therapeutic Class

[EYE LUBRICANTS]

FAQs

Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) belongs to the class of ophthalmic lubricants used to treat dry eye syndrome. Dry eye syndrome is a disorder of the tear film of the eye that results in reduced tear production or excessive tear evaporation, leading to instability of the tear film and damage to the ocular surface.
Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) works by restoring the tear film, thereby relieving symptoms such as foreign body sensation, burning, dryness, and itching associated with dry eye syndrome.
It is advised to remove your contact lenses while using Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box). Also, remember to wash your hands before and after using the eye drops to avoid contamination.
If you use other eye drops or ointments in conjunction with Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box), it is recommended to allow a gap of at least 5–10 minutes between each administration. Always use eye drops before applying any eye ointments.
Avoid contact between the tip of the dropper and your fingers, eyes, or eyelids while using eye drops. Contamination of topical eye products can lead to bacterial keratitis (a corneal infection) and other ocular infections, which may result in vision loss.
The common side effects of Uv-Lube Unims Eye Drops (Box) include eye irritation and temporary blurry vision. Most of these side effects are mild and temporary. However, consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

FDC LIMITED, B-8, MIDC Area, Waluj - 431 136, Dist. Aurangabad, Maharashtra
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