Eye Care

Brand: VelDrop Active Ingredient: Carboxymethylcellulose 0.5% w/v Volume: 10 ml bottle Drug Class: Ophthalmic lubricant (Artificial tears) Indications: Dry eye syndrome, burning, irritation, discomfort due to dryness; environmental eye irritation; contact lens rewetting Mechanism: Binds to the ocular surface, retains moisture, forms a protective lubricating film, reduces evaporation and friction Dosage: 1-2 drops in affected eye(s) as often as needed throughout the day Onset: Immediate relief upon application Most Common Side Effects: Mild stinging, temporary blurred vision, eye irritation, itching Long-term Use: Safe for prolonged use Contact Lenses: Remove before use; wait 15 minutes before reinserting Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to carboxymethylcellulose or cellulose derivatives Storage: Cool, dry place away from direct sunlight Prescription: Generally OTC; prescription recommended in some cases For External Use Only: Not for injection

Brand: Wat R Active Ingredient: Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium IP 5 mg/ml (0.5% w/v) Volume: 10 ml bottle Drug Class: Ophthalmic lubricant (Artificial tears) Indications: Dry eye syndrome, burning, irritation, discomfort due to dryness; environmental eye irritation; contact lens rewetting Mechanism: Binds to the ocular surface, retains moisture, forms a protective lubricating film, reduces evaporation and friction Dosage: 1-2 drops in affected eye(s) as often as needed throughout the day Onset: Immediate relief upon application Most Common Side Effects: Mild stinging, temporary blurred vision, eye irritation, itching Long-term Use: Safe for prolonged use Contact Lenses: Remove before use; wait 15 minutes before reinserting Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to carboxymethylcellulose or cellulose derivatives Storage: Cool, dry place away from direct sunlight Prescription: Generally OTC; prescription recommended in some cases For External Use Only: Not for injection

Brand: Xinep Active Ingredient: Nepafenac BP 0.1% w/v Preservative: Benzalkonium Chloride Solution IP 0.02% w/v Volume: 5 ml bottle Drug Class: NSAID prodrug (Ophthalmic anti-inflammatory and analgesic) Indications: Pain and inflammation after cataract surgery; prevention of postoperative macular edema in diabetic patients Mechanism: Penetrates cornea, converted to amfenac by ocular hydrolases; amfenac inhibits COX-1 and COX-2, blocking prostaglandin synthesis, reducing inflammation and pain Dosage: 1 drop in affected eye(s) 3 times daily, starting 1 day before surgery through 2 weeks post-op (up to 60 days for diabetic macular edema prevention) Onset of Action: Rapid corneal penetration; anti-inflammatory effect within hours Most Common Side Effects: Stinging/burning (1-2 min), blurred vision, eye redness, foreign body sensation, dry/sticky feeling, itching Serious Side Effects: Corneal erosion/ulceration, secondary cataract, increased intraocular pressure, allergic reactions Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to any ingredient Contact Lenses: Remove before use; wait 15 minutes before reinserting Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Consult doctor before use Storage: Cool, dark place away from direct sunlight Shake Well Before Use Prescription Required: Yes For External Use Only: Not for injection Price Range: Approximately 130 to 200 rupees per 5 ml bottle

Brand: ZO-D Active Ingredients: Ofloxacin 0.3% w/v + Dexamethasone 0.1% w/v Volume: 5 ml bottle Drug Class: Fluoroquinolone antibiotic + Corticosteroid (combination) Indications: Bacterial eye/ear infections (conjunctivitis, blepharitis, keratitis, otitis externa), inflammation, allergic reactions with secondary infection Mechanism: Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV (kills bacteria); Dexamethasone blocks prostaglandin production (reduces inflammation, redness, swelling) Dosage: Eye - 1-2 drops every 2 hours for 2 days, then every 4 hours for 2-3 days; Ear - 2-3 drops 2-3 times daily Onset of Action: Relief within hours; full course required for complete resolution Most Common Side Effects: Burning/stinging, blurred vision, irritation, redness, dryness, itching, change in taste Serious Side Effects: Increased intraocular pressure, fungal superinfection, cataract, allergic reactions, corneal thinning Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to fluoroquinolones or corticosteroids; not for viral or fungal infections Contact Lenses: Do not wear during treatment Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Consult doctor before use Storage: Cool, dry place away from direct sunlight Prescription Required: Yes For External Use Only: Not for injection Price Range: Approximately 23 to 35 rupees per 5 ml bottle

Brand: Zonat Active Ingredient: Natamycin IP 50 mg/ml (5% w/v) Preservative: Benzalkonium Chloride 0.02% w/v Volume: 5 ml bottle Drug Class: Polyene antifungal (tetraene polyene antibiotic) Indications: Fungal keratitis, fungal blepharitis, fungal conjunctivitis Mechanism: Binds to ergosterol in the fungal cell membrane, alters membrane permeability, causes depletion of cellular contents, leading to fungal cell death Spectrum: Effective against Candida, Aspergillus, Cephalosporium, Fusarium, Penicillium Dosage: 1 drop every 1-2 hours initially; reduce to 6-8 times daily after 3-4 days; for blepharitis/conjunctivitis 4-6 times daily; duration 2-3 weeks Onset of Action: Begins working within hours; full 2-3 week course required Most Common Side Effects: Eye irritation, stinging/burning, blurred vision, tearing, foreign body sensation, eye pain Serious Side Effects: Allergic reactions, corneal opacity, vision changes, chest pain, dyspnea Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to natamycin or polyene antifungals; not for bacterial or viral infections Contact Lenses: Do not wear during treatment Shake Well Before Use (suspension) Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Consult doctor before use Storage: Cool, dry place away from direct sunlight Prescription Required: Yes