Rapid Tears Eye Drop

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Rs.119.38for 1 bottle(s) (10 ml Eye Drop each)
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Composition FOR Rapid Tears 0.5% w/v Eye Drop

Carboxymethylcellulose(0.5% w/v)

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Information regarding the use of Rapid Tears Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Rapid Tears Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Rapid Tears 0.5% w/v Eye Drop

Carboxymethylcellulose(0.5% w/v)

Rapid tears eye drop uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of dry eyes. It is used as a lubricant to relive irritation and discomfort due to dryness of the eyes or due to exposure of the eyes to wind or sun.

How rapid tears eye drop works

Rapid Tears Eye Drop is a lubricant. It works similar to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye.

Common side effects of rapid tears eye drop

Eye irritation, Burning eyes, Eye discomfort, Eye itching, Eye pain

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Expert advice FOR Rapid Tears Eye Drop

  • Your doctor has prescribed Carboxymethylcellulose 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.
  • Your doctor has prescribed Carboxymethylcellulose 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 Rapid Tears 0.5% w/v Eye Drop

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Q. What is Rapid Tears Eye Drop used for?
Rapid Tears Eye Drop is a tear substitute. 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 and re-wet soft and 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 Rapid Tears Eye Drop?
You may experience visual disturbances, eye discharge, and may notice medication residue 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.
Q. How should Rapid Tears Eye Drop 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 and 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 Rapid Tears Eye Drop 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 and 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.
Q. Is Rapid Tears Eye Drop bad?
No, Rapid Tears Eye Drop is a safe medicine. It is meant for external use only and is not harmful. In some patients, Rapid Tears Eye Drop may cause eye irritation (burning and discomfort), eye pain, itchy eyes, visual disturbance. Immediately contact your doctor if any of these effects perists.

Content on this page was last updated on 25 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)