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Opth P Eye Drop

Tyrant Pharma Pvt Ltd
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Composition FOR Opth P

Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp)(1.4% w/v),Povidone Iodine(0.6% w/v),Chlorbutol(0.5% w/v)

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SALT INFORMATION FOR Opth P

Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp)(1.4% w/v)

Uses

Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) is used in the treatment of dry eyes.

How it works

Polyvinyl alcohol, a nonionic surfactant, is used as a stabilising agent, lubricant and as an agent to increase viscosity in pharmaceutical manufacturing. In eye preparations, polyvinyl alcohol is used to increase the viscosity and thereby prolonging contact time of the active ingredient with the eye. It is often found in artificial tears preparations for dry eye and in contact lens solutions.

Common side effects

Blurred vision, Burning sensation in eye, Stinging sensation
Povidone Iodine(0.6% w/v)

Uses

Povidone Iodine is used to prevent Wound infection.

How it works

Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic. It kills harmful infection causing microorganisms. This is how it works to prevent and treat infections.

Common side effects

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Chlorbutol(0.5% w/v)

Uses

Chlorbutol is used to prevent infections.

How it works

Chlorbutol is a preservative. It has an anti-microbial property. It increases shelf life of various pharmaceutical products.

Common side effects

Limited data available

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Expert advice FOR Opth P

  • Your doctor has prescribed Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) to treat dry eye disease.
  • It stabilizes the natural tear film and maintains necessary lubrication so your eyes don’t get dry and irritated.
  • May require long-term use.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution of this medicine.
  • Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 minutes. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
  • Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Frequently asked questions FOR Opth P

Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp)

Q. What is Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) used for?
Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) is an artificial substitute for tears. It is used as a lubricant for dry eyes. It is also used for the temporary relief of burning, irritation and/or discomfort due to dryness of eyes. Moreover, it is used to lubricate soft or rigid gas permeable contact lenses. It is also indicated to relieve dryness, irritation and discomfort that may be associated with lens wear.
Q. What are the side effects of Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp)?
You may experience visual disturbances and eye discharge while using this medicine. Some other side effects of this medicine include redness of the eye, eye irritation, burning and discomfort, eyelid swelling and itching of the eye. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult your doctor.
Q. How should Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) be stored?
Store at or below 25°C and out of the reach of children. Do not touch the tip of the container to any surface or eye(s). Replace the cap after every use. Remember not to use the eye drops after the expiry date or after 30 days of opening it.
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Q. How should Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) be used?
If you are using it for dry eyes, instil 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed. If you are using it to lubricate soft or rigid gas-permeable lenses, apply 1 to 2 drops to each eye with the lenses on as needed or as directed by your doctor. Blink several times after pouring the drops. Consult your doctor if not sure.
Q. Is Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) a safe medicine?
Yes, Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) is a safe medicine. It is meant for external use only and is not harmful. However, in some patients, Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) may cause eye irritation (burning and discomfort), eye pain, itchy eyes and visual disturbance. Immediately contact your doctor if any of these effects perists.

Povidone Iodine

Q. Can I put Povidone Iodine on an open wound?
Povidone Iodine 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 Povidone Iodine 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 Povidone Iodine solution stain my skin or clothes?
Povidone Iodine 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.
Q. Where can Povidone Iodine be used?
Povidone Iodine is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers and minor injuries. Do not use this medicine on deep wounds and clean surgical wounds.
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Q. How should Povidone Iodine solution be applied to an injury?
Clean the affected area and apply a small amount of the medicine to it. You can then cover it with a sterile bandage. You can apply this medicine 1 to 3 times daily. However, do not use it for longer than 1 week.
Q. Can Povidone Iodine affect thyroid function?
Using Povidone Iodine over a large area or for a long time may sometimes cause problems with your thyroid. Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include weight loss, increased appetite, sweating, lack of energy, and weight gain. If you notice such symptoms, contact your doctor who may advise you to stop using Povidone Iodine.

Chlorbutol

Q. What is chlorobutanol used for?
Chlorbutol is used in different formulations such as cream, mouthwash and decongestant capsules.Cream: to treat mild pain caused by minor skin cuts, scratches and grazes (chapping) and soreness caused by detergents, soaps, deodorants and jewellery and bites and stings.Mouthwash solution: to inhibit dental plaque formation, as an aid in the treatment and prevention of irritation, redness, and swelling of gums (gingivitis), and in maintaining oral hygiene. It is important in the management of mouth ulceration and oral infections due to fungus candida and can be used as an adjuvant treatment for minor infections of the throat. It is also used as a disinfectant solution for cleansing of removable dentures.Capsule: for the symptomatic relief of colds and the symptomatic rapid relief of nasal congestion.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)