Apidine Eye Drop
Rs.27.83for 1 packet(s) (5 ml Eye Drop each)
food interaction for Apidine Eye Drop
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Apidine Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Apidine Eye Drop is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Apidine 0.5% w/v Eye Drop
Povidone Iodine(0.5% w/v)
Apidine eye drop uses
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How apidine eye drop works
Apidine Eye Drop is an antiseptic that kills infectious microorganisms and cleans the surface of the eye. This reduces the chances of infection before and after eye surgery.
Common side effects of apidine eye drop
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
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Expert advice FOR Apidine Eye Drop
- Povidone Iodine helps clean your eye before surgery.
- It may also be used to lubricate your eyes.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- Stop using Povidone Iodine and inform your doctor if you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye.
Frequently asked questions FOR Apidine 0.5% w/v Eye Drop
Povidone Iodine
Q. How should Apidine Eye Drop eye drops be used?
The area around the eyes should be carefully cleaned with a sterile cotton swab first. Two to three drops of the solution should be instilled into the eye(s) and left for 2 minutes. It should not be used for any other purpose other than to clean the eyes before surgery.
Q. Can I put Apidine Eye Drop on an open wound?
Apidine Eye Drop can be used as an antiseptic to treat or prevent infections in wounds such as ulcers, small burns or cuts, and other minor injuries. However, take special care if you are applying Apidine Eye Drop on open large wounds or where the skin is broken like burns. The reason being there may be a risk of excessive absorption of iodine in the blood which may increase to toxic levels.
Q. Will Apidine Eye Drop solution stain my skin or clothes?
Apidine Eye Drop has a natural golden brown color which stains the area where you have applied it. It does not however, permanently stain your skin and fingernails. The stain can be easily removed from your clothes with soap and water.