Aquatop Eye Drops 10ml

Aquatop Eye Drop is used to provide temporary relief from irritation, burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eyes. It contains carboxymethylcellulose (carmellose) as its main component. Aquatop acts as a lubricant and helps in restoring the natural moisture of your eyes using natural tears.

Dryness in the eyes can be due to various factors such as wind, sunlight, prolonged use of computers and staying in air-conditioned setups. Before using these Aquatop Eye Drop, please discuss with your doctor if you have any other eye conditions.

Dosage

Overdose

As Aquatop Eye Drop are meant for external application, cases of an overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

• If you have missed using Aquatop Eye Drop instil the drops as soon as you remember, if the next instillation is more than 4 hours later.
• If it is almost time for the next instillation, skip the missed dose and instil the drops at the time of the next dose as planned.
• Do not overuse this medicine to compensate for the missed instillation.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Our eyes continuously produce tears and store them in a sac-like structure in the eyes. A decrease in the production of tears leads to drying of the eyes which can result in irritation, redness and itching. Carboxymethylcellulose present in Aquatop Eye Drop due to its high viscosity prevents the drainage of tears and increases its retention time in the eye. Thus, the tears that are formed are retained in the eyes for a longer time, lubricating the eyes and reducing the dryness.

Directions for Use

• Use Aquatop Eye Drop as advised by your doctor.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using this medicine.
• You should remove your contact lens before using Aquatop Eye Drop.
• Use the exact number of drops recommended.
• Check for the colour of the solution.
• Avoid using it if has changed its colour or has become cloudy.
• Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper and it must be kept clean.
• Close your eyes for 2-3 minutes and do not blink or squeeze after its application.
• Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a tissue.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I instil Aquatop Eye Drop during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effects of Aquatop Eye Drop during pregnancy. You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I instil Aquatop Eye Drop while breastfeeding?

Aquatop Eye Drop can be used while breastfeeding as this is meant for external application and the chances of its absorption are negligible.

Driving

Can I drive if I have instilled Aquatop Eye Drop?

You may experience visual disturbances like blurred vision and an inability to recognise objects properly after using Aquatop Eye Drop. Therefore, you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol if I have instilled Aquatop Eye Drop?

There is no information available on the interaction of this Aquatop Eye Drop with alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience irritation, pain, redness of the eyes and changes in vision occur or your condition worsens after using Aquatop Eye Drop, you may need to discontinue the treatment.
• You use contact lenses regularly.
• You are using any other eye medications.
• To avoid contamination or possible eye injury, do not touch the tip to the bottle or vial to any surface and avoid contact with the eyes.
• Discard open single-dose container after use.
• You accidentally ingest or swallow Aquatop Eye Drop, contact your doctor or visit the hospital immediately.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to carboxymethylcellulose or any of the other ingredients of Aquatop Eye Drop.

Side effects

• Itching, irritation, redness, burning sensation in the eyes
• Eye pain
• Eye discharge
• Visual disturbances

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Tell your doctor about any other medicines, supplements or OTC products you are taking.
• If you use another eye drops product concomitantly with Aquatop Eye Drop, keep a minimum gap of 15 minutes between the application of two medicines.

Storage and disposal

• Store Aquatop Eye Drop at or below 25°C in a clean and dry place.
• Keep this medicine away from children and pets.
• You should not use these eye drops once its expiry date has passed and discard it properly.
• Do not use this medicine if you notice the contents are of a different colour in any way or if particles are present.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the use of Aquatop Eye Drop?

Aquatop Eye Drop is a tear replacement. It is used to lubricate dry eyes. It is also used to relieve transient burning, irritation, and/or discomfort caused by eye dryness.

Can I use Aquatop Eye Drop frequently?

Aquatop Eye Drop should be used only as frequently as prescribed by your doctor.

Can Aquatop Eye Drop be used with contact lenses?

No, it is advisable to remove contact lenses and then instil the Aquatop Eye Drop. You can use the lenses 15 mins after instilling the drops.

Can you use Aquatop Eye Drop at night?

Yes, you can use Aquatop Eye Drop at any time of the day. However, it is important to abide by your doctor’s prescription.